Overview
Jardin d'Éole is a 133.3 MW onshore wind farm in Quebec, Canada, owned by Northland Power Inc. It contributes to the province's renewable energy capacity under Quebec's 2030 Energy Policy.
Jardin d'Éole is an operational onshore wind farm located in Quebec, Canada, with a capacity of 133.3 MW. Owned by Northland Power Inc., the facility is part of Quebec's growing wind energy sector, which benefits from the province's ambitious renewable energy targets under the 2030 Energy Policy. The wind farm utilizes modern wind turbine technology typical of large-scale onshore installations in Canada. Quebec's regulatory framework, including the provincial Renewable Energy Strategy and federal incentives under the Clean Fuel Regulations, supports such projects. The 133.3 MW capacity places Jardin d'Éole in the medium-to-large scale range for Canadian wind farms. Environmentally, the facility helps reduce greenhouse gas emissions by displacing fossil fuel-based electricity. It operates in a region with strong wind resources, contributing to grid stability and local energy independence. The project also aligns with Canada's goal of achieving net-zero emissions by 2050.
Environmental context
The Jardin d'Éole wind farm is situated in a region of Quebec known for consistent wind patterns, making it suitable for wind energy generation. The local environmental context includes potential impacts on bird and bat populations, typical for wind farms, as well as land-use changes from turbine installation. However, the facility contributes to reducing air pollution and carbon emissions, supporting Quebec's transition to a low-carbon economy.
Frequently asked questions
Jardin d'Éole is located in Quebec, Canada, at coordinates 48.7355 N, -67.6658 W.
Jardin d'Éole has a capacity of 133.3 MW, making it a medium-to-large scale onshore wind farm in Canada.
Jardin d'Éole is owned by Northland Power Inc., a Canadian power producer.
Quebec's wind energy is supported by the province's 2030 Energy Policy, which aims to increase renewable energy capacity, and federal incentives like the Clean Fuel Regulations.
Jardin d'Éole helps reduce greenhouse gas emissions by generating clean electricity, supporting Canada's target of net-zero emissions by 2050.