Overview
Le Plateau 2 is an operational onshore wind farm in Quebec, Canada, with a capacity of 21.2 MW. It is owned by Invenergy Wind Canada and Regie Intermunicipale de L'energie Gaspesie-Iles-de-la-Madeleine.
Le Plateau 2 is an onshore wind farm located in the Gaspesie region of Quebec, Canada. With a capacity of 21.2 MW, it is a medium-scale facility contributing to the province's renewable energy portfolio. The wind farm is owned by a partnership between Invenergy Wind Canada and Regie Intermunicipale de L'energie Gaspesie-Iles-de-la-Madeleine, reflecting collaborative development in the region. The facility operates under Quebec's renewable energy framework, which includes a target of 25% renewable energy by 2025 and a feed-in tariff program for wind energy. Quebec's abundant wind resources, particularly in the Gaspesie region, make it a prime location for onshore wind development. The 21.2 MW capacity places Le Plateau 2 in the medium-scale category for Canadian wind farms, which typically range from 10 MW to over 100 MW. Le Plateau 2 contributes to the local grid by supplying clean electricity to the Gaspesie-Iles-de-la-Madeleine region. The wind farm supports Quebec's goal of reducing greenhouse gas emissions and diversifying its energy mix. Its operational status ensures ongoing environmental benefits by displacing fossil fuel-based generation and reducing air pollution.
Environmental context
The Gaspesie region of Quebec features a mix of forested hills and coastal areas, with strong and consistent winds ideal for wind energy generation. Onshore wind farms like Le Plateau 2 can have visual impacts on the landscape and may affect local bird and bat populations. However, proper siting and mitigation measures help minimize these effects. The facility's operation supports regional renewable energy targets and reduces reliance on fossil fuels.
Frequently asked questions
Le Plateau 2 is located in the Gaspesie region of Quebec, Canada, near the coordinates 48.0532 N, -67.4782 W.
Le Plateau 2 has a capacity of 21.2 MW, making it a medium-scale onshore wind farm.
Le Plateau 2 is owned by a partnership between Invenergy Wind Canada and Regie Intermunicipale de L'energie Gaspesie-Iles-de-la-Madeleine.
Quebec has a renewable energy target of 25% by 2025 and offers feed-in tariffs for wind energy, encouraging development in regions like Gaspesie.
Le Plateau 2 supplies clean electricity to the local grid, helping reduce greenhouse gas emissions and supporting Canada's transition to a low-carbon economy.