St. Joseph — 138 MW Wind

Ranked as the 235th largest power generation facility in Canada, the St. Joseph Wind Farm holds a significant position within the country’s renewable energy landscape. With a capacity of 138 MW, this wind facility accounts for approximately 0.07% of Canada’s total installed capacity of 193,190 MW from 1,334 power plants, making it a noteworthy contributor to the growing wind energy sector. As the 29th largest wind plant in Canada, St. Joseph plays a vital role in diversifying the energy mix, particularly in a country where hydroelectric power dominates the grid. The facility utilizes advanced wind turbine technology, harnessing the natural wind patterns prevalent in Manitoba to generate clean, renewable energy. Located near the Pembina Land Port of Entry Wind Turbine, which operates at a modest 1 MW, and the St. Joseph Wind Farm at 0 MW, it is positioned within a region that exhibits limited wind energy infrastructure. This relative isolation highlights the importance of the St. Joseph facility in supporting local energy demands and reducing reliance on fossil fuels. Canada’s energy profile is characterized by its heavy reliance on hydroelectric power, which surpasses wind energy in terms of capacity. The introduction of the St. Joseph Wind Farm into this landscape underscores the country’s commitment to expanding its renewable energy capabilities. Owned and operated by Pattern Energy, this facility was commissioned to leverage the wind energy potential of the region, contributing to both local and national sustainability goals. As Canada seeks to transition towards cleaner energy sources, the St. Joseph Wind Farm stands as a testament to the ongoing efforts in wind energy development, promising environmental benefits and fostering economic growth in the region.