The Tilley Solar Project is fully operational! It reached its commissioning phase, the final project milestone and is a significant advancement in First Nation renewable energy leadership in Alberta.
This 23.6 MW project could generate enough renewable power to offset about 14,200 tonnes of greenhouse gas emissions a year! That is a massive contribution to Canada’s net-zero goals. It will also give long-term economic benefits to the Alexander First Nation. The project is a collaboration between several partners, including the Alexander Business Centre, First Nation Power Development Inc. (FNpower), and Concord Green Energy, with support from Canada Infrastructure Bank.
In this newswire release, Chief George Arcand Jr of Alexander First Nation said:
“I would like to acknowledge how meaningful the Tilley Solar Project is for Alexander First Nation. Our community has worked hard to build a strong and diverse economy, and this project is another example of investing wisely for the future. The long-term returns it will generate are important for our members today and for generations to come, while providing clean energy that reflects our responsibility as stewards of the land. I would like to thank Alexander Business Centre, First Nation Power Development, and Concord Green Energy for their dedication and partnership in bringing this project to life.”
Read more in this news release – https://www.newswire.ca/news-releases/cib-alexander-first-nation-fnpower-and-concord-green-energy-announce-the-commissioning-of-tilley-solar-in-alberta-advancing-indigenous-leadership-in-renewable-energy-851461769.html