Overview
Taber is an 85.1 MW onshore wind farm in Alberta, Canada, owned by Enmax Green Power Inc. It contributes to the province's renewable energy capacity under Canada's clean energy targets.
Taber is an operational onshore wind farm located in Alberta, Canada, with a capacity of 85.1 MW. Owned by Enmax Green Power Inc., the facility is part of the province's growing wind energy sector, which benefits from Alberta's competitive electricity market and renewable energy policies. The wind farm utilizes modern wind turbine technology to convert wind energy into electricity. Alberta's Renewable Electricity Act and the federal Clean Fuel Regulations support the development of such projects, aiming to increase the share of renewables in the grid. The 85.1 MW capacity places Taber in the medium-to-large scale range for onshore wind in Canada. Taber's electricity is fed into the Alberta grid, helping to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and support the province's transition to a low-carbon economy. The facility also contributes to local economic benefits through land lease payments and job creation during construction and operation.
Environmental context
The Taber wind farm is situated in the prairie region of southern Alberta, an area with strong and consistent wind resources ideal for wind energy generation. The local environment includes agricultural land and grasslands, where wind turbines can coexist with farming activities. Potential environmental considerations include visual impact on the landscape and effects on bird and bat populations, which are common for wind projects in open habitats.
Frequently asked questions
The Taber wind farm is located in Alberta, Canada, near the town of Taber in the southern part of the province.
The Taber wind farm has a capacity of 85.1 megawatts (MW), making it a medium-to-large scale onshore wind facility.
The Taber wind farm is owned by Enmax Green Power Inc, a subsidiary of Enmax Corporation, a Calgary-based energy company.
Alberta's Renewable Electricity Act sets targets for renewable energy generation, and the province's competitive electricity market allows wind farms like Taber to sell power through power purchase agreements.
By generating clean electricity, Taber helps reduce greenhouse gas emissions and supports Canada's goal of achieving net-zero emissions by 2050.