Canadian Government Invests CA$175 Million in Alberta’s Clean Energy Ventures

Credit: ATCO via Linkedin

The Canadian government has unveiled an ambitious plan to inject CA$175 million (US$130.23 million) into a dozen clean energy projects located in . These initiatives represent a significant stride towards bolstering 's commitment to sustainable and sources.

Notably, the Chiniki and Goodstoney First Nations, integral components of the Stoney Nakoda Nations, the indigenous people of Canada's majestic mountains, have joined forces with Canadian utility giant ATCO. Together, they are spearheading the development of the Deerfoot and Barlow Solar power projects, a pair of installations that claim the distinction of being Western Canada's largest urban solar installations.

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The 27MW Barlow project marked the commencement of commercial operations in the first quarter of 2023, while the 37MW Deerfoot project is slated to follow suit in the third quarter of the same year. Nestled in southeast Calgary, these facilities will boast a combined total of 175,000 bifacial solar modules. Under the collaborative agreement, the Chiniki and Goodstoney First Nations hold a commanding 51% stake in these projects, with Canadian Utilities Limited, an ATCO subsidiary, maintaining the remaining 49%.

Nancy Southern, Chair and CEO of ATCO, expressed her enthusiasm, stating, “For decades, ATCO has partnered with Indigenous communities to create truly equitable partnerships, and today we are thrilled to officially welcome Chiniki and Goodstoney First Nations as majority partners in this important clean energy infrastructure.”

In addition to these endeavors, Akamihk Energy, a company owned by the Montana First Nation, is set to explore the integration of all distribution infrastructure and services on Montana First Nation's lands into a consolidated microgrid, with federal backing amounting to CA$1 million.

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Furthermore, Renewable Energy Systems Canada's Hilda Wind Power Project will contribute an impressive 105.4 MW of to Cypress County, thanks to federal investments exceeding CA$17.5 million.

Jonathan Wilkinson, Minister of Energy and Natural Resources, emphasized the significance of these investments, stating, “The government of Canada is investing to deliver more affordable, reliable, and clean power in every region of Canada. Today's federal investment in Indigenous and industry-led projects, including those with ATCO, will create jobs delivering power to communities across Alberta as we seize the economic opportunities of a low-carbon future.”

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