THE RUSH FOR QUEBEC’S WIND

Vitality of Quebec's Wind Energy Industry Affirmed
July 8, 2010 (Canadian Wind Energy Association)

"…[T]he number of projects proposed in response to the call for tenders for wind energy from aboriginal or community projects [is impressive]. Bids for wind energy projects submitted to Hydro-Québec represent more than 1,000 MW – almost double the required quantity (2 x 250 MW) specified in the call for tenders."

[Robert Hornung, President of Canadian Wind Energy Association:] "This is excellent news for Quebec, as well as for its various communities and regions. As further proof of the vitality of Quebec’s wind energy sector, it also affirms Hydro-Québec’s leadership role in the country…”

Northwest Quebec has some of Canada's richest wind assets. (click to enlarge)

"Bids were submitted by 16 different proponents for more than 44 projects, both aboriginal and community."

[Hornung, CanWEA:] "The contracts awarded by Hydro-Québec will generate almost $1.4 billion in investment, of which close to $850 million will be invested directly in the regions’ economies. Add job creation and regional economic development to these benefits, and all of Quebec comes out a winner…”