Canada

Blackspring Ridge — 299 MW Wind

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Blackspring Ridge is a 299 MW wind power plant located in Canada. View location, capacity, and technical details.

Capacity
299 MW

Installed

Commissioned
2014

Year online

Owner
EDF/Enbridge

Operator

Location
50.15, -112.82

Coordinates

Insights

#122
largest in %s
#118
largest %s worldwide
#6,194
largest worldwide
2014
%d yrs newer than avg
1
operated by %s
22
plants within 100 km

Technical Details

Fuel Type
Wind
Capacity
299 MW
Commissioned
2014
Status
Operational
Owner
EDF/Enbridge
Country
Canada
Coordinates
50.153, -112.823

Estimated Carbon Footprint

Annual CO₂
8,638 t

tonnes / year

Lifetime CO₂
215,943 t

over ~%d yrs

Intensity
11 g

gCO₂ per kWh

Annual emissions equal to

1,878
cars / year
1,152
homes / year
392,623
trees to offset

Renewable source — life-cycle emissions only (materials/construction), no direct combustion. Open calculator

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About this plant

Blackspring Ridge is an impressive wind power generation facility located in Canada, exemplifying the country’s commitment to renewable energy sources. With a capacity of 298.8 MW, this wind farm harnesses the power of wind through state-of-the-art onshore turbines, contributing significantly to the national energy generation landscape. Situated at coordinates 50.1525, -112.8226, Blackspring Ridge is strategically located in an area with favorable wind conditions, which optimizes its energy production potential. The facility is operated by EDF and Enbridge, two prominent players in the renewable energy sector, demonstrating a collaborative approach to sustainable energy development. As part of Canada’s growing investment in wind energy, Blackspring Ridge plays a vital role in reducing the country’s carbon footprint and transitioning to a cleaner energy future. The local grid benefits from the consistent and reliable electricity generated by the facility, particularly during peak demand periods when renewable energy is increasingly necessary. Canada’s commitment to enhancing its renewable energy capabilities is supported by federal and provincial policies aimed at reducing greenhouse gas emissions and promoting clean technologies. As such, Blackspring Ridge stands as a significant contributor to the national objective of achieving a sustainable and resilient energy system.

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