Goulais Onshore Wind Farm | Ontario, Canada Renewable Energy Facility

Goulais is an onshore wind farm located in Ontario, Canada, and is owned by Chi-Wiikwedong LP. The facility is operational and has a capacity of 25.3 MW, placing it in the small-to-medium scale range for wind farms in Canada. The wind farm operates under Ontario's regulatory framework, which includes the province's Long-Term Energy Plan and the Green Energy Act. Ontario has a target to increase renewable energy capacity, and wind power plays a key role in meeting these goals. The facility uses modern wind turbine technology to convert wind energy into electricity. Goulais contributes to the local grid by providing clean energy, reducing reliance on fossil fuels. The wind farm's location in Ontario takes advantage of the region's wind resources, supporting the province's transition to a low-carbon economy. Its operation helps offset greenhouse gas emissions and supports Canada's national renewable energy targets.

The Goulais wind farm is situated in a region with moderate wind resources, typical for onshore wind development in Ontario. The area's land use is primarily rural, with agricultural and forested landscapes. Wind farms like Goulais can have visual impacts on the landscape and may affect local bird and bat populations, though mitigation measures are often implemented. The facility's operation supports reduced air emissions compared to fossil fuel generation.