Just outside of Strathmore, there is a farm taking advantage of the sun in a whole new way. Capital Power has officially opened its first Canadian solar facility or “solar farm.”
The 41-megawatt (MW) facility is located on 320 acres of leased industrial land owned by the Town of Strathmore. The renewable energy generated and associated renewable energy credits are sold to TELUS Communications under a 25-year power purchase agreement.
“We’re proud to complete our first-ever Canadian solar facility on schedule and help Alberta further expand the clean energy capacity available to power our economy,” said Brian Vaasjo, President and CEO for Capital Power. “As we work to power a sustainable future for people and planet, this project represents another step on our pathway to net carbon neutrality by 2050 and we’re excited to partner with TELUS to support their decarbonization goals too.”
At its peak, construction of the Strathmore Solar facility saw 146 workers on site.
“Capital Power has already made positive impacts in our community. The Strathmore Solar project provided quality, local jobs that helped to accelerate our economic recovery. We’re impressed with their commitment to Strathmore and grateful to have a strong new partner,” explained Mayor of Strathmore Pat Fule.
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