HOME - CANADIAN WIND ENERGY ASSOCIATION - CANWEAEVENTSABOUTWIND MARKETSWIND FACTSCOMMUNITIESVISION CanWEA is the voice of Canada’s wind energy industry, actively promoting the responsible and sustainable growth of wind energy. A national non-profit association, CanWEA serves as Canada’s leading source of credible information about wind energy and its LAND USE - CANADIAN WIND ENERGY ASSOCIATION Wind Energy and Land Use – an Advantage for Landowners and Communities Easily integrated into the landscape Wind turbines occupy a small fraction of the land on which they are sited, so they work in harmony with existing and established land uses. In rural settings, farming and ranching continue undisturbed. Minimal land use and no

emissions

TECHNICIAN TRAINING

Technician Training. Wind turbine technicians are an essential element in supporting CanWEA’s vision of helping Canada to fully realize its abundant wind energy potential on behalf of its members – and for the benefit of all Canadians – to build a cleaner, stronger future. The construction, maintenance and decommissioning of wind energy

ATLANTIC CANADA

Collaboration holds key to reaping benefits of tremendous resource There remains significant potential to build on this strong foundation. CanWEA’s recently released Pan-Canadian Wind Integration Study (PCWIS) found the Maritimes region not only has some of the strongest wind regimes in Canada, but because of the way production correlates with periods of peak demand, it PAN-CANADIAN WIND INTEGRATION STUDY Project Overview The Pan-Canadian Wind Integration Study (PCWIS) assessed the operational and economic implications of integrating large amounts of wind energy into the Canadian electricity system. The study’s findings indicate that Canada can get more than one-third of its electricity from wind energy without compromising grid reliability – and at the same time realize economic BEST PRACTICES FOR COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT AND PUBLIC The Canadian Wind Energy Association (CanWEA) is a non-profit trade association that promotes the appropriate development and application of all aspects of wind energy in Canada, including the creation of a suitable policy environment. PAN-CANADIAN WIND INTEGRATION STUDY (PCWIS) Pan-Canadian Wind Integration Study (PCWIS) Legal Notices GE Energy Consulting 2 Final Report – Section 1 Legal Notices This report section was prepared HOME - CANADIAN WIND ENERGY ASSOCIATION - CANWEAEVENTSABOUTWIND MARKETSWIND FACTSCOMMUNITIESVISION CanWEA is the voice of Canada’s wind energy industry, actively promoting the responsible and sustainable growth of wind energy. A national non-profit association, CanWEA serves as Canada’s leading source of credible information about wind energy and its LAND USE - CANADIAN WIND ENERGY ASSOCIATION Wind Energy and Land Use – an Advantage for Landowners and Communities Easily integrated into the landscape Wind turbines occupy a small fraction of the land on which they are sited, so they work in harmony with existing and established land uses. In rural settings, farming and ranching continue undisturbed. Minimal land use and no

emissions

TECHNICIAN TRAINING

Technician Training. Wind turbine technicians are an essential element in supporting CanWEA’s vision of helping Canada to fully realize its abundant wind energy potential on behalf of its members – and for the benefit of all Canadians – to build a cleaner, stronger future. The construction, maintenance and decommissioning of wind energy

ATLANTIC CANADA

Collaboration holds key to reaping benefits of tremendous resource There remains significant potential to build on this strong foundation. CanWEA’s recently released Pan-Canadian Wind Integration Study (PCWIS) found the Maritimes region not only has some of the strongest wind regimes in Canada, but because of the way production correlates with periods of peak demand, it PAN-CANADIAN WIND INTEGRATION STUDY Project Overview The Pan-Canadian Wind Integration Study (PCWIS) assessed the operational and economic implications of integrating large amounts of wind energy into the Canadian electricity system. The study’s findings indicate that Canada can get more than one-third of its electricity from wind energy without compromising grid reliability – and at the same time realize economic BEST PRACTICES FOR COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT AND PUBLIC The Canadian Wind Energy Association (CanWEA) is a non-profit trade association that promotes the appropriate development and application of all aspects of wind energy in Canada, including the creation of a suitable policy environment. PAN-CANADIAN WIND INTEGRATION STUDY (PCWIS) Pan-Canadian Wind Integration Study (PCWIS) Legal Notices GE Energy Consulting 2 Final Report – Section 1 Legal Notices This report section was prepared HOME - CANADIAN WIND ENERGY ASSOCIATION - CANWEA CanWEA is the voice of Canada’s wind energy industry, actively promoting the responsible and sustainable growth of wind energy. A national non-profit association, CanWEA serves as Canada’s leading source of credible information about wind energy and its

ATLANTIC CANADA

Collaboration holds key to reaping benefits of tremendous resource There remains significant potential to build on this strong foundation. CanWEA’s recently released Pan-Canadian Wind Integration Study (PCWIS) found the Maritimes region not only has some of the strongest wind regimes in Canada, but because of the way production correlates with periods of peak demand, it WIND DATA - CANADIAN WIND ENERGY ASSOCIATION Wind Data Overview The Pan-Canadian Wind Integration Study (PCWIS) evaluated 4,984 potential wind sites of which 346 were selected to perform the modeling in the four PCWIS scenarios. Hourly Data – the hourly modelling data is available below for download. Metadata – additional information for each wind site is available in the metadata

file, such as

PRESERVING WATER

Water is a precious resource and essential to life. Access to clean, fresh water for families, farms, businesses and communities is an important issue in Canada and around the world, and it will only grow in importance as the stresses on our water supplies from climate change and population growth become more prominent. The wind PAN-CANADIAN WIND INTEGRATION STUDY Project Overview The Pan-Canadian Wind Integration Study (PCWIS) assessed the operational and economic implications of integrating large amounts of wind energy into the Canadian electricity system. The study’s findings indicate that Canada can get more than one-third of its electricity from wind energy without compromising grid reliability – and at the same time realize economic QUEBEC - CANADIAN WIND ENERGY ASSOCIATION A winning strategy for Quebec and its regions Once again, Quebec is Canada’s second-biggest market for wind power with 3,882 MW of installed capacity. Quebec’s generation fleet includes the 350 MW Rivière-du-Moulin Wind Farm, the largest project built in Canada so far. Soon to meet its long-held target of installing 4,000 MW of wind

energy to

MANITOBA - CANADIAN WIND ENERGY ASSOCIATION Hydro resources provide significant wind integration potential Manitoba currently has four wind energy facilities in operation, totaling 258 MW of capacity. Manitoba Hydro’s extensive network of flexible hydroelectric resources are valuable when it comes to integrating wind energy. The utility recognized this potential in a 2011 hydropower purchase agreement with Minnesota Power that CANADA’S LARGEST RENEWABLE ENERGY EVENT TO LAUNCH IN 2020 Canada’s largest renewable energy event to launch in 2020. Electricity Transformation Canada will take place November 10–12, 2020 in Toronto; to focus on wind energy, solar energy, and energy storage, while expanding to incorporate complementary technologies. June 27, 2019 (TORONTO, ON) – The Canadian Wind Energy Association

(CanWEA) and

FIVE REASONS WHY WIND ENERGY IS ONTARIO’S BEST OPTION FOR There are five reasons why the Ontario government should turn to new wind energy to support affordability and lower future electricity bills. Ontario’s new government is focused on finding efficiencies in the electricity sector that promote affordability and is also developing a new approach to reducing greenhouse gas emissions. CONCRETE INSPECTION AND REPAIR STRATEGY FOR ONSHORE WIND Concrete Inspection and Repair Strategy for Onshore Wind Turbines . Francis Mongeon , P.Eng . Construction Chemicals – Master Builders

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HOME - CANADIAN WIND ENERGY ASSOCIATION - CANWEAEVENTSABOUTWIND MARKETSWIND FACTSCOMMUNITIESVISION CanWEA is the voice of Canada’s wind energy industry, actively promoting the responsible and sustainable growth of wind energy. A national non-profit association, CanWEA serves as Canada’s leading source of credible information about wind energy and its MEMBERSHIP CATEGORIES The Canadian Wind Energy Association (CanWEA) is a non-profit trade association that promotes the appropriate development and application of all aspects of wind energy in Canada, including the creation of a suitable policy environment.

TECHNICIAN TRAINING

Technician Training. Wind turbine technicians are an essential element in supporting CanWEA’s vision of helping Canada to fully realize its abundant wind energy potential on behalf of its members – and for the benefit of all Canadians – to build a cleaner, stronger future. The construction, maintenance and decommissioning of wind energy WIND DATA - CANADIAN WIND ENERGY ASSOCIATION Wind Data Overview The Pan-Canadian Wind Integration Study (PCWIS) evaluated 4,984 potential wind sites of which 346 were selected to perform the modeling in the four PCWIS scenarios. Hourly Data – the hourly modelling data is available below for download. Metadata – additional information for each wind site is available in the metadata

file, such as

PRESERVING WATER

Water is a precious resource and essential to life. Access to clean, fresh water for families, farms, businesses and communities is an important issue in Canada and around the world, and it will only grow in importance as the stresses on our water supplies from climate change and population growth become more prominent. The wind ALBERTA - CANADIAN WIND ENERGY ASSOCIATION Modernizing Alberta’s energy grid with wind energy benefits Albertans Today’s wind energy is the lowest-cost source of new electricity in Alberta In Canada, one of the first commercial wind farms was installed on Cowley Ridge in southern Alberta in 1993. Since that time wind energy has carved out an important role in the province’s electricity generation

SASKATCHEWAN

Growing Saskatchewan’s Renewable Energy Portfolio Saskatchewan has a tremendous untapped wind energy resource, a fact the provincial government recognized in 2015 when it unveiled a plan to significantly expand wind energy in the province. The province’s plan is driven by the recognition that wind energy is a low-cost, emission-free way to meet demand and diversify PAN-CANADIAN WIND INTEGRATION STUDY Project Overview The Pan-Canadian Wind Integration Study (PCWIS) assessed the operational and economic implications of integrating large amounts of wind energy into the Canadian electricity system. The study’s findings indicate that Canada can get more than one-third of its electricity from wind energy without compromising grid reliability – and at the same time realize economic MANITOBA - CANADIAN WIND ENERGY ASSOCIATION Hydro resources provide significant wind integration potential Manitoba currently has four wind energy facilities in operation, totaling 258 MW of capacity. Manitoba Hydro’s extensive network of flexible hydroelectric resources are valuable when it comes to integrating wind energy. The utility recognized this potential in a 2011 hydropower purchase agreement with Minnesota Power that PAN-CANADIAN WIND INTEGRATION STUDY (PCWIS) Pan-Canadian Wind Integration Study (PCWIS) Legal Notices GE Energy Consulting 2 Final Report – Section 1 Legal Notices This report section was prepared HOME - CANADIAN WIND ENERGY ASSOCIATION - CANWEAEVENTSABOUTWIND MARKETSWIND FACTSCOMMUNITIESVISION CanWEA is the voice of Canada’s wind energy industry, actively promoting the responsible and sustainable growth of wind energy. A national non-profit association, CanWEA serves as Canada’s leading source of credible information about wind energy and its MEMBERSHIP CATEGORIES The Canadian Wind Energy Association (CanWEA) is a non-profit trade association that promotes the appropriate development and application of all aspects of wind energy in Canada, including the creation of a suitable policy environment.

TECHNICIAN TRAINING

Technician Training. Wind turbine technicians are an essential element in supporting CanWEA’s vision of helping Canada to fully realize its abundant wind energy potential on behalf of its members – and for the benefit of all Canadians – to build a cleaner, stronger future. The construction, maintenance and decommissioning of wind energy WIND DATA - CANADIAN WIND ENERGY ASSOCIATION Wind Data Overview The Pan-Canadian Wind Integration Study (PCWIS) evaluated 4,984 potential wind sites of which 346 were selected to perform the modeling in the four PCWIS scenarios. Hourly Data – the hourly modelling data is available below for download. Metadata – additional information for each wind site is available in the metadata

file, such as

PRESERVING WATER

Water is a precious resource and essential to life. Access to clean, fresh water for families, farms, businesses and communities is an important issue in Canada and around the world, and it will only grow in importance as the stresses on our water supplies from climate change and population growth become more prominent. The wind ALBERTA - CANADIAN WIND ENERGY ASSOCIATION Modernizing Alberta’s energy grid with wind energy benefits Albertans Today’s wind energy is the lowest-cost source of new electricity in Alberta In Canada, one of the first commercial wind farms was installed on Cowley Ridge in southern Alberta in 1993. Since that time wind energy has carved out an important role in the province’s electricity generation

SASKATCHEWAN

Growing Saskatchewan’s Renewable Energy Portfolio Saskatchewan has a tremendous untapped wind energy resource, a fact the provincial government recognized in 2015 when it unveiled a plan to significantly expand wind energy in the province. The province’s plan is driven by the recognition that wind energy is a low-cost, emission-free way to meet demand and diversify PAN-CANADIAN WIND INTEGRATION STUDY Project Overview The Pan-Canadian Wind Integration Study (PCWIS) assessed the operational and economic implications of integrating large amounts of wind energy into the Canadian electricity system. The study’s findings indicate that Canada can get more than one-third of its electricity from wind energy without compromising grid reliability – and at the same time realize economic MANITOBA - CANADIAN WIND ENERGY ASSOCIATION Hydro resources provide significant wind integration potential Manitoba currently has four wind energy facilities in operation, totaling 258 MW of capacity. Manitoba Hydro’s extensive network of flexible hydroelectric resources are valuable when it comes to integrating wind energy. The utility recognized this potential in a 2011 hydropower purchase agreement with Minnesota Power that PAN-CANADIAN WIND INTEGRATION STUDY (PCWIS) Pan-Canadian Wind Integration Study (PCWIS) Legal Notices GE Energy Consulting 2 Final Report – Section 1 Legal Notices This report section was prepared WIND FACTS - CANADIAN WIND ENERGY ASSOCIATION Answering your questions about wind energy While wind energy has enjoyed growing success in many countries for several decades, it is a relatively new contributor to the power system here in Canada. As such, it is natural for people to have questions. As a responsible industry, we are committed to ensuring Canadians have the most ALBERTA - CANADIAN WIND ENERGY ASSOCIATION Modernizing Alberta’s energy grid with wind energy benefits Albertans Today’s wind energy is the lowest-cost source of new electricity in Alberta In Canada, one of the first commercial wind farms was installed on Cowley Ridge in southern Alberta in 1993. Since that time wind energy has carved out an important role in the province’s electricity generation LAND USE - CANADIAN WIND ENERGY ASSOCIATION Wind Energy and Land Use – an Advantage for Landowners and Communities Easily integrated into the landscape Wind turbines occupy a small fraction of the land on which they are sited, so they work in harmony with existing and established land uses. In rural settings, farming and ranching continue undisturbed. Minimal land use and no

emissions

PAN-CANADIAN WIND INTEGRATION STUDY Project Overview The Pan-Canadian Wind Integration Study (PCWIS) assessed the operational and economic implications of integrating large amounts of wind energy into the Canadian electricity system. The study’s findings indicate that Canada can get more than one-third of its electricity from wind energy without compromising grid reliability – and at the same time realize economic

HEALTH AND SAFETY

Helping Canada’s wind energy industry to achieve excellence in occupational health and safety is a key strategic objective of CanWEA. This effort is being led by our Occupational Health and Safety (OH&S) Committee. The OH&S Committee works collaboratively to provide solutions to health and safety concerns specific to the wind industry

in Canada.

QUEBEC - CANADIAN WIND ENERGY ASSOCIATION A winning strategy for Quebec and its regions Once again, Quebec is Canada’s second-biggest market for wind power with 3,882 MW of installed capacity. Quebec’s generation fleet includes the 350 MW Rivière-du-Moulin Wind Farm, the largest project built in Canada so far. Soon to meet its long-held target of installing 4,000 MW of wind

energy to

SMALL-SCALE WIND ENERGY Small-scale wind energy, often referred to as microgeneration, enables homes, farms, businesses and public facilities to off-set all or a portion of on-site electricity consumption. By generating their own electricity, small-scale generators are able to reduce emissions and reduce electricity costs. Additionally, in some provinces, small-scale generators can also get a credit for every ONTARIO - CANADIAN WIND ENERGY ASSOCIATION Ontario’s wind industry has created thousands of well paying, much-needed jobs in manufacturing, construction and local services. Between 2006 and 2030, Ontario’s wind energy industry will generate 64,500 person-years of employment, $4.6 billion in personal earnings,

and

DECOMMISSIONING/REPOWERING A WIND FARM Wind farms are an important investment in the Canadian electricity grid and provide clean, renewable energy for several decades, typically 20 to 30 years. Once a wind farm reaches the end of its life cycle, consideration is given to either decommission or repower the facility. Easy access to the assets makes it possible for owners WIND ENERGY DEVELOPMENT BEST PRACTICES 4 CANADIAN WIND ENERGY ASSOCIATION 1. PREFACE ABOUT CANWEA The Canadian Wind Energy Association (CanWEA) is the voice of Canada’s wind energy industry. HOME - CANADIAN WIND ENERGY ASSOCIATION - CANWEAEVENTSABOUTWIND MARKETSWIND FACTSCOMMUNITIESVISION CanWEA is the voice of Canada’s wind energy industry, actively promoting the responsible and sustainable growth of wind energy. A national non-profit association, CanWEA serves as Canada’s leading source of credible information about wind energy and its MEMBERSHIP CATEGORIES The Canadian Wind Energy Association (CanWEA) is a non-profit trade association that promotes the appropriate development and application of all aspects of wind energy in Canada, including the creation of a suitable policy environment.

TECHNICIAN TRAINING

Technician Training. Wind turbine technicians are an essential element in supporting CanWEA’s vision of helping Canada to fully realize its abundant wind energy potential on behalf of its members – and for the benefit of all Canadians – to build a cleaner, stronger future. The construction, maintenance and decommissioning of wind energy WIND DATA - CANADIAN WIND ENERGY ASSOCIATION Wind Data Overview The Pan-Canadian Wind Integration Study (PCWIS) evaluated 4,984 potential wind sites of which 346 were selected to perform the modeling in the four PCWIS scenarios. Hourly Data – the hourly modelling data is available below for download. Metadata – additional information for each wind site is available in the metadata

file, such as

PRESERVING WATER

Water is a precious resource and essential to life. Access to clean, fresh water for families, farms, businesses and communities is an important issue in Canada and around the world, and it will only grow in importance as the stresses on our water supplies from climate change and population growth become more prominent. The wind ALBERTA - CANADIAN WIND ENERGY ASSOCIATION Modernizing Alberta’s energy grid with wind energy benefits Albertans Today’s wind energy is the lowest-cost source of new electricity in Alberta In Canada, one of the first commercial wind farms was installed on Cowley Ridge in southern Alberta in 1993. Since that time wind energy has carved out an important role in the province’s electricity generation

SASKATCHEWAN

Growing Saskatchewan’s Renewable Energy Portfolio Saskatchewan has a tremendous untapped wind energy resource, a fact the provincial government recognized in 2015 when it unveiled a plan to significantly expand wind energy in the province. The province’s plan is driven by the recognition that wind energy is a low-cost, emission-free way to meet demand and diversify PAN-CANADIAN WIND INTEGRATION STUDY Project Overview The Pan-Canadian Wind Integration Study (PCWIS) assessed the operational and economic implications of integrating large amounts of wind energy into the Canadian electricity system. The study’s findings indicate that Canada can get more than one-third of its electricity from wind energy without compromising grid reliability – and at the same time realize economic MANITOBA - CANADIAN WIND ENERGY ASSOCIATION Hydro resources provide significant wind integration potential Manitoba currently has four wind energy facilities in operation, totaling 258 MW of capacity. Manitoba Hydro’s extensive network of flexible hydroelectric resources are valuable when it comes to integrating wind energy. The utility recognized this potential in a 2011 hydropower purchase agreement with Minnesota Power that PAN-CANADIAN WIND INTEGRATION STUDY (PCWIS) Pan-Canadian Wind Integration Study (PCWIS) Legal Notices GE Energy Consulting 2 Final Report – Section 1 Legal Notices This report section was prepared HOME - CANADIAN WIND ENERGY ASSOCIATION - CANWEAEVENTSABOUTWIND MARKETSWIND FACTSCOMMUNITIESVISION CanWEA is the voice of Canada’s wind energy industry, actively promoting the responsible and sustainable growth of wind energy. A national non-profit association, CanWEA serves as Canada’s leading source of credible information about wind energy and its MEMBERSHIP CATEGORIES The Canadian Wind Energy Association (CanWEA) is a non-profit trade association that promotes the appropriate development and application of all aspects of wind energy in Canada, including the creation of a suitable policy environment.

TECHNICIAN TRAINING

Technician Training. Wind turbine technicians are an essential element in supporting CanWEA’s vision of helping Canada to fully realize its abundant wind energy potential on behalf of its members – and for the benefit of all Canadians – to build a cleaner, stronger future. The construction, maintenance and decommissioning of wind energy WIND DATA - CANADIAN WIND ENERGY ASSOCIATION Wind Data Overview The Pan-Canadian Wind Integration Study (PCWIS) evaluated 4,984 potential wind sites of which 346 were selected to perform the modeling in the four PCWIS scenarios. Hourly Data – the hourly modelling data is available below for download. Metadata – additional information for each wind site is available in the metadata

file, such as

PRESERVING WATER

Water is a precious resource and essential to life. Access to clean, fresh water for families, farms, businesses and communities is an important issue in Canada and around the world, and it will only grow in importance as the stresses on our water supplies from climate change and population growth become more prominent. The wind ALBERTA - CANADIAN WIND ENERGY ASSOCIATION Modernizing Alberta’s energy grid with wind energy benefits Albertans Today’s wind energy is the lowest-cost source of new electricity in Alberta In Canada, one of the first commercial wind farms was installed on Cowley Ridge in southern Alberta in 1993. Since that time wind energy has carved out an important role in the province’s electricity generation

SASKATCHEWAN

Growing Saskatchewan’s Renewable Energy Portfolio Saskatchewan has a tremendous untapped wind energy resource, a fact the provincial government recognized in 2015 when it unveiled a plan to significantly expand wind energy in the province. The province’s plan is driven by the recognition that wind energy is a low-cost, emission-free way to meet demand and diversify PAN-CANADIAN WIND INTEGRATION STUDY Project Overview The Pan-Canadian Wind Integration Study (PCWIS) assessed the operational and economic implications of integrating large amounts of wind energy into the Canadian electricity system. The study’s findings indicate that Canada can get more than one-third of its electricity from wind energy without compromising grid reliability – and at the same time realize economic MANITOBA - CANADIAN WIND ENERGY ASSOCIATION Hydro resources provide significant wind integration potential Manitoba currently has four wind energy facilities in operation, totaling 258 MW of capacity. Manitoba Hydro’s extensive network of flexible hydroelectric resources are valuable when it comes to integrating wind energy. The utility recognized this potential in a 2011 hydropower purchase agreement with Minnesota Power that PAN-CANADIAN WIND INTEGRATION STUDY (PCWIS) Pan-Canadian Wind Integration Study (PCWIS) Legal Notices GE Energy Consulting 2 Final Report – Section 1 Legal Notices This report section was prepared WIND FACTS - CANADIAN WIND ENERGY ASSOCIATION Answering your questions about wind energy While wind energy has enjoyed growing success in many countries for several decades, it is a relatively new contributor to the power system here in Canada. As such, it is natural for people to have questions. As a responsible industry, we are committed to ensuring Canadians have the most ALBERTA - CANADIAN WIND ENERGY ASSOCIATION Modernizing Alberta’s energy grid with wind energy benefits Albertans Today’s wind energy is the lowest-cost source of new electricity in Alberta In Canada, one of the first commercial wind farms was installed on Cowley Ridge in southern Alberta in 1993. Since that time wind energy has carved out an important role in the province’s electricity generation LAND USE - CANADIAN WIND ENERGY ASSOCIATION Wind Energy and Land Use – an Advantage for Landowners and Communities Easily integrated into the landscape Wind turbines occupy a small fraction of the land on which they are sited, so they work in harmony with existing and established land uses. In rural settings, farming and ranching continue undisturbed. Minimal land use and no

emissions

PAN-CANADIAN WIND INTEGRATION STUDY Project Overview The Pan-Canadian Wind Integration Study (PCWIS) assessed the operational and economic implications of integrating large amounts of wind energy into the Canadian electricity system. The study’s findings indicate that Canada can get more than one-third of its electricity from wind energy without compromising grid reliability – and at the same time realize economic

HEALTH AND SAFETY

Helping Canada’s wind energy industry to achieve excellence in occupational health and safety is a key strategic objective of CanWEA. This effort is being led by our Occupational Health and Safety (OH&S) Committee. The OH&S Committee works collaboratively to provide solutions to health and safety concerns specific to the wind industry

in Canada.

QUEBEC - CANADIAN WIND ENERGY ASSOCIATION A winning strategy for Quebec and its regions Once again, Quebec is Canada’s second-biggest market for wind power with 3,882 MW of installed capacity. Quebec’s generation fleet includes the 350 MW Rivière-du-Moulin Wind Farm, the largest project built in Canada so far. Soon to meet its long-held target of installing 4,000 MW of wind

energy to

SMALL-SCALE WIND ENERGY Small-scale wind energy, often referred to as microgeneration, enables homes, farms, businesses and public facilities to off-set all or a portion of on-site electricity consumption. By generating their own electricity, small-scale generators are able to reduce emissions and reduce electricity costs. Additionally, in some provinces, small-scale generators can also get a credit for every ONTARIO - CANADIAN WIND ENERGY ASSOCIATION Ontario’s wind industry has created thousands of well paying, much-needed jobs in manufacturing, construction and local services. Between 2006 and 2030, Ontario’s wind energy industry will generate 64,500 person-years of employment, $4.6 billion in personal earnings,

and

DECOMMISSIONING/REPOWERING A WIND FARM Wind farms are an important investment in the Canadian electricity grid and provide clean, renewable energy for several decades, typically 20 to 30 years. Once a wind farm reaches the end of its life cycle, consideration is given to either decommission or repower the facility. Easy access to the assets makes it possible for owners WIND ENERGY DEVELOPMENT BEST PRACTICES 4 CANADIAN WIND ENERGY ASSOCIATION 1. PREFACE ABOUT CANWEA The Canadian Wind Energy Association (CanWEA) is the voice of Canada’s wind energy industry. HOME - CANADIAN WIND ENERGY ASSOCIATION - CANWEAEVENTSABOUTWIND MARKETSWIND FACTSCOMMUNITIESVISION CanWEA is the voice of Canada’s wind energy industry, actively promoting the responsible and sustainable growth of wind energy. A national non-profit association, CanWEA serves as Canada’s leading source of credible information about wind energy and its MEMBERSHIP CATEGORIES The Canadian Wind Energy Association (CanWEA) is a non-profit trade association that promotes the appropriate development and application of all aspects of wind energy in Canada, including the creation of a suitable policy environment.

TECHNICIAN TRAINING

Technician Training. Wind turbine technicians are an essential element in supporting CanWEA’s vision of helping Canada to fully realize its abundant wind energy potential on behalf of its members – and for the benefit of all Canadians – to build a cleaner, stronger future. The construction, maintenance and decommissioning of wind energy WIND DATA - CANADIAN WIND ENERGY ASSOCIATION Wind Data Overview The Pan-Canadian Wind Integration Study (PCWIS) evaluated 4,984 potential wind sites of which 346 were selected to perform the modeling in the four PCWIS scenarios. Hourly Data – the hourly modelling data is available below for download. Metadata – additional information for each wind site is available in the metadata

file, such as

PRESERVING WATER

Water is a precious resource and essential to life. Access to clean, fresh water for families, farms, businesses and communities is an important issue in Canada and around the world, and it will only grow in importance as the stresses on our water supplies from climate change and population growth become more prominent. The wind ALBERTA - CANADIAN WIND ENERGY ASSOCIATION Modernizing Alberta’s energy grid with wind energy benefits Albertans Today’s wind energy is the lowest-cost source of new electricity in Alberta In Canada, one of the first commercial wind farms was installed on Cowley Ridge in southern Alberta in 1993. Since that time wind energy has carved out an important role in the province’s electricity generation

SASKATCHEWAN

Growing Saskatchewan’s Renewable Energy Portfolio Saskatchewan has a tremendous untapped wind energy resource, a fact the provincial government recognized in 2015 when it unveiled a plan to significantly expand wind energy in the province. The province’s plan is driven by the recognition that wind energy is a low-cost, emission-free way to meet demand and diversify PAN-CANADIAN WIND INTEGRATION STUDY Project Overview The Pan-Canadian Wind Integration Study (PCWIS) assessed the operational and economic implications of integrating large amounts of wind energy into the Canadian electricity system. The study’s findings indicate that Canada can get more than one-third of its electricity from wind energy without compromising grid reliability – and at the same time realize economic MANITOBA - CANADIAN WIND ENERGY ASSOCIATION Hydro resources provide significant wind integration potential Manitoba currently has four wind energy facilities in operation, totaling 258 MW of capacity. Manitoba Hydro’s extensive network of flexible hydroelectric resources are valuable when it comes to integrating wind energy. The utility recognized this potential in a 2011 hydropower purchase agreement with Minnesota Power that PAN-CANADIAN WIND INTEGRATION STUDY (PCWIS) Pan-Canadian Wind Integration Study (PCWIS) Legal Notices GE Energy Consulting 2 Final Report – Section 1 Legal Notices This report section was prepared HOME - CANADIAN WIND ENERGY ASSOCIATION - CANWEAEVENTSABOUTWIND MARKETSWIND FACTSCOMMUNITIESVISION CanWEA is the voice of Canada’s wind energy industry, actively promoting the responsible and sustainable growth of wind energy. A national non-profit association, CanWEA serves as Canada’s leading source of credible information about wind energy and its MEMBERSHIP CATEGORIES The Canadian Wind Energy Association (CanWEA) is a non-profit trade association that promotes the appropriate development and application of all aspects of wind energy in Canada, including the creation of a suitable policy environment.

TECHNICIAN TRAINING

Technician Training. Wind turbine technicians are an essential element in supporting CanWEA’s vision of helping Canada to fully realize its abundant wind energy potential on behalf of its members – and for the benefit of all Canadians – to build a cleaner, stronger future. The construction, maintenance and decommissioning of wind energy WIND DATA - CANADIAN WIND ENERGY ASSOCIATION Wind Data Overview The Pan-Canadian Wind Integration Study (PCWIS) evaluated 4,984 potential wind sites of which 346 were selected to perform the modeling in the four PCWIS scenarios. Hourly Data – the hourly modelling data is available below for download. Metadata – additional information for each wind site is available in the metadata

file, such as

PRESERVING WATER

Water is a precious resource and essential to life. Access to clean, fresh water for families, farms, businesses and communities is an important issue in Canada and around the world, and it will only grow in importance as the stresses on our water supplies from climate change and population growth become more prominent. The wind ALBERTA - CANADIAN WIND ENERGY ASSOCIATION Modernizing Alberta’s energy grid with wind energy benefits Albertans Today’s wind energy is the lowest-cost source of new electricity in Alberta In Canada, one of the first commercial wind farms was installed on Cowley Ridge in southern Alberta in 1993. Since that time wind energy has carved out an important role in the province’s electricity generation

SASKATCHEWAN

Growing Saskatchewan’s Renewable Energy Portfolio Saskatchewan has a tremendous untapped wind energy resource, a fact the provincial government recognized in 2015 when it unveiled a plan to significantly expand wind energy in the province. The province’s plan is driven by the recognition that wind energy is a low-cost, emission-free way to meet demand and diversify PAN-CANADIAN WIND INTEGRATION STUDY Project Overview The Pan-Canadian Wind Integration Study (PCWIS) assessed the operational and economic implications of integrating large amounts of wind energy into the Canadian electricity system. The study’s findings indicate that Canada can get more than one-third of its electricity from wind energy without compromising grid reliability – and at the same time realize economic MANITOBA - CANADIAN WIND ENERGY ASSOCIATION Hydro resources provide significant wind integration potential Manitoba currently has four wind energy facilities in operation, totaling 258 MW of capacity. Manitoba Hydro’s extensive network of flexible hydroelectric resources are valuable when it comes to integrating wind energy. The utility recognized this potential in a 2011 hydropower purchase agreement with Minnesota Power that PAN-CANADIAN WIND INTEGRATION STUDY (PCWIS) Pan-Canadian Wind Integration Study (PCWIS) Legal Notices GE Energy Consulting 2 Final Report – Section 1 Legal Notices This report section was prepared WIND FACTS - CANADIAN WIND ENERGY ASSOCIATION Answering your questions about wind energy While wind energy has enjoyed growing success in many countries for several decades, it is a relatively new contributor to the power system here in Canada. As such, it is natural for people to have questions. As a responsible industry, we are committed to ensuring Canadians have the most ALBERTA - CANADIAN WIND ENERGY ASSOCIATION Modernizing Alberta’s energy grid with wind energy benefits Albertans Today’s wind energy is the lowest-cost source of new electricity in Alberta In Canada, one of the first commercial wind farms was installed on Cowley Ridge in southern Alberta in 1993. Since that time wind energy has carved out an important role in the province’s electricity generation LAND USE - CANADIAN WIND ENERGY ASSOCIATION Wind Energy and Land Use – an Advantage for Landowners and Communities Easily integrated into the landscape Wind turbines occupy a small fraction of the land on which they are sited, so they work in harmony with existing and established land uses. In rural settings, farming and ranching continue undisturbed. Minimal land use and no

emissions

PAN-CANADIAN WIND INTEGRATION STUDY Project Overview The Pan-Canadian Wind Integration Study (PCWIS) assessed the operational and economic implications of integrating large amounts of wind energy into the Canadian electricity system. The study’s findings indicate that Canada can get more than one-third of its electricity from wind energy without compromising grid reliability – and at the same time realize economic

HEALTH AND SAFETY

Helping Canada’s wind energy industry to achieve excellence in occupational health and safety is a key strategic objective of CanWEA. This effort is being led by our Occupational Health and Safety (OH&S) Committee. The OH&S Committee works collaboratively to provide solutions to health and safety concerns specific to the wind industry

in Canada.

QUEBEC - CANADIAN WIND ENERGY ASSOCIATION A winning strategy for Quebec and its regions Once again, Quebec is Canada’s second-biggest market for wind power with 3,882 MW of installed capacity. Quebec’s generation fleet includes the 350 MW Rivière-du-Moulin Wind Farm, the largest project built in Canada so far. Soon to meet its long-held target of installing 4,000 MW of wind

energy to

SMALL-SCALE WIND ENERGY Small-scale wind energy, often referred to as microgeneration, enables homes, farms, businesses and public facilities to off-set all or a portion of on-site electricity consumption. By generating their own electricity, small-scale generators are able to reduce emissions and reduce electricity costs. Additionally, in some provinces, small-scale generators can also get a credit for every ONTARIO - CANADIAN WIND ENERGY ASSOCIATION Ontario’s wind industry has created thousands of well paying, much-needed jobs in manufacturing, construction and local services. Between 2006 and 2030, Ontario’s wind energy industry will generate 64,500 person-years of employment, $4.6 billion in personal earnings,

and

DECOMMISSIONING/REPOWERING A WIND FARM Wind farms are an important investment in the Canadian electricity grid and provide clean, renewable energy for several decades, typically 20 to 30 years. Once a wind farm reaches the end of its life cycle, consideration is given to either decommission or repower the facility. Easy access to the assets makes it possible for owners WIND ENERGY DEVELOPMENT BEST PRACTICES 4 CANADIAN WIND ENERGY ASSOCIATION 1. PREFACE ABOUT CANWEA The Canadian Wind Energy Association (CanWEA) is the voice of Canada’s wind energy industry. HOME - CANADIAN WIND ENERGY ASSOCIATION - CANWEAEVENTSABOUTWIND MARKETSWIND FACTSCOMMUNITIESVISION CanWEA is the voice of Canada’s wind energy industry, actively promoting the responsible and sustainable growth of wind energy. A national non-profit association, CanWEA serves as Canada’s leading source of credible information about wind energy and its LAND USE - CANADIAN WIND ENERGY ASSOCIATION Wind Energy and Land Use – an Advantage for Landowners and Communities Easily integrated into the landscape Wind turbines occupy a small fraction of the land on which they are sited, so they work in harmony with existing and established land uses. In rural settings, farming and ranching continue undisturbed. Minimal land use and no

emissions

ATLANTIC CANADA

Collaboration holds key to reaping benefits of tremendous resource There remains significant potential to build on this strong foundation. CanWEA’s recently released Pan-Canadian Wind Integration Study (PCWIS) found the Maritimes region not only has some of the strongest wind regimes in Canada, but because of the way production correlates with periods of peak demand, it

TECHNICIAN TRAINING

Technician Training. Wind turbine technicians are an essential element in supporting CanWEA’s vision of helping Canada to fully realize its abundant wind energy potential on behalf of its members – and for the benefit of all Canadians – to build a cleaner, stronger future. The construction, maintenance and decommissioning of wind energy PAN-CANADIAN WIND INTEGRATION STUDY Project Overview The Pan-Canadian Wind Integration Study (PCWIS) assessed the operational and economic implications of integrating large amounts of wind energy into the Canadian electricity system. The study’s findings indicate that Canada can get more than one-third of its electricity from wind energy without compromising grid reliability – and at the same time realize economic MANITOBA - CANADIAN WIND ENERGY ASSOCIATION Hydro resources provide significant wind integration potential Manitoba currently has four wind energy facilities in operation, totaling 258 MW of capacity. Manitoba Hydro’s extensive network of flexible hydroelectric resources are valuable when it comes to integrating wind energy. The utility recognized this potential in a 2011 hydropower purchase agreement with Minnesota Power that PAN-CANADIAN WIND INTEGRATION STUDY (PCWIS) Pan-Canadian Wind Integration Study (PCWIS) Legal Notices GE Energy Consulting 2 Final Report – Section 1 Legal Notices This report section was prepared HOME - CANADIAN WIND ENERGY ASSOCIATION - CANWEAEVENTSABOUTWIND MARKETSWIND FACTSCOMMUNITIESVISION CanWEA is the voice of Canada’s wind energy industry, actively promoting the responsible and sustainable growth of wind energy. A national non-profit association, CanWEA serves as Canada’s leading source of credible information about wind energy and its LAND USE - CANADIAN WIND ENERGY ASSOCIATION Wind Energy and Land Use – an Advantage for Landowners and Communities Easily integrated into the landscape Wind turbines occupy a small fraction of the land on which they are sited, so they work in harmony with existing and established land uses. In rural settings, farming and ranching continue undisturbed. Minimal land use and no

emissions

ATLANTIC CANADA

Collaboration holds key to reaping benefits of tremendous resource There remains significant potential to build on this strong foundation. CanWEA’s recently released Pan-Canadian Wind Integration Study (PCWIS) found the Maritimes region not only has some of the strongest wind regimes in Canada, but because of the way production correlates with periods of peak demand, it

TECHNICIAN TRAINING

Technician Training. Wind turbine technicians are an essential element in supporting CanWEA’s vision of helping Canada to fully realize its abundant wind energy potential on behalf of its members – and for the benefit of all Canadians – to build a cleaner, stronger future. The construction, maintenance and decommissioning of wind energy PAN-CANADIAN WIND INTEGRATION STUDY Project Overview The Pan-Canadian Wind Integration Study (PCWIS) assessed the operational and economic implications of integrating large amounts of wind energy into the Canadian electricity system. The study’s findings indicate that Canada can get more than one-third of its electricity from wind energy without compromising grid reliability – and at the same time realize economic MANITOBA - CANADIAN WIND ENERGY ASSOCIATION Hydro resources provide significant wind integration potential Manitoba currently has four wind energy facilities in operation, totaling 258 MW of capacity. Manitoba Hydro’s extensive network of flexible hydroelectric resources are valuable when it comes to integrating wind energy. The utility recognized this potential in a 2011 hydropower purchase agreement with Minnesota Power that PAN-CANADIAN WIND INTEGRATION STUDY (PCWIS) Pan-Canadian Wind Integration Study (PCWIS) Legal Notices GE Energy Consulting 2 Final Report – Section 1 Legal Notices This report section was prepared HOME - CANADIAN WIND ENERGY ASSOCIATION - CANWEA CanWEA is the voice of Canada’s wind energy industry, actively promoting the responsible and sustainable growth of wind energy. A national non-profit association, CanWEA serves as Canada’s leading source of credible information about wind energy and its WIND FACTS - CANADIAN WIND ENERGY ASSOCIATION Answering your questions about wind energy While wind energy has enjoyed growing success in many countries for several decades, it is a relatively new contributor to the power system here in Canada. As such, it is natural for people to have questions. As a responsible industry, we are committed to ensuring Canadians have the most LAND USE - CANADIAN WIND ENERGY ASSOCIATION Wind Energy and Land Use – an Advantage for Landowners and Communities Easily integrated into the landscape Wind turbines occupy a small fraction of the land on which they are sited, so they work in harmony with existing and established land uses. In rural settings, farming and ranching continue undisturbed. Minimal land use and no

emissions

PRESERVING WATER

Water is a precious resource and essential to life. Access to clean, fresh water for families, farms, businesses and communities is an important issue in Canada and around the world, and it will only grow in importance as the stresses on our water supplies from climate change and population growth become more prominent. The wind WIND DATA - CANADIAN WIND ENERGY ASSOCIATION Wind Data Overview The Pan-Canadian Wind Integration Study (PCWIS) evaluated 4,984 potential wind sites of which 346 were selected to perform the modeling in the four PCWIS scenarios. Hourly Data – the hourly modelling data is available below for download. Metadata – additional information for each wind site is available in the metadata

file, such as

PAN-CANADIAN WIND INTEGRATION STUDY Project Overview The Pan-Canadian Wind Integration Study (PCWIS) assessed the operational and economic implications of integrating large amounts of wind energy into the Canadian electricity system. The study’s findings indicate that Canada can get more than one-third of its electricity from wind energy without compromising grid reliability – and at the same time realize economic QUEBEC - CANADIAN WIND ENERGY ASSOCIATION A winning strategy for Quebec and its regions Once again, Quebec is Canada’s second-biggest market for wind power with 3,882 MW of installed capacity. Quebec’s generation fleet includes the 350 MW Rivière-du-Moulin Wind Farm, the largest project built in Canada so far. Soon to meet its long-held target of installing 4,000 MW of wind

energy to

MANITOBA - CANADIAN WIND ENERGY ASSOCIATION Hydro resources provide significant wind integration potential Manitoba currently has four wind energy facilities in operation, totaling 258 MW of capacity. Manitoba Hydro’s extensive network of flexible hydroelectric resources are valuable when it comes to integrating wind energy. The utility recognized this potential in a 2011 hydropower purchase agreement with Minnesota Power that

SASKATCHEWAN

Growing Saskatchewan’s Renewable Energy Portfolio Saskatchewan has a tremendous untapped wind energy resource, a fact the provincial government recognized in 2015 when it unveiled a plan to significantly expand wind energy in the province. The province’s plan is driven by the recognition that wind energy is a low-cost, emission-free way to meet demand and diversify CONCRETE INSPECTION AND REPAIR STRATEGY FOR ONSHORE WIND Concrete Inspection and Repair Strategy for Onshore Wind Turbines . Francis Mongeon , P.Eng . Construction Chemicals – Master Builders

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