What are wind turbines made of?

The towers are tubular and made of steel. The blades are made of fiberglass-reinforced wood-epoxy.

How many turbines does it take to make one megawatt (MW)?

Most manufacturers of utility-scale turbines offer machines in the 700-kW to 2.5-MW range. The KEPA windfarm will use 2.3 MW turbine units.

How many homes can one megawatt of wind energy supply?

One megawatt of wind energy can generate from 2.4 to more than
3 million kWh annually. A megawatt of wind generates about as much electricity as approximately 300 households use.

What happens after KEPA’s power contract expires in 2028?

• We continue operations (preferred option)
• We discontinue operations and dismantle equipment

How do wind turbines compare to European ones?

The wind turbines used in Canada are the same as European ones. Siemens, a European manufacturer, produces them.

Will the turbines be close to the road? What are the setbacks?

The wind turbines are required to be at least 150 metres from a collector road, and 250 metres from an arterial road.

Is there any setback from the shoreline?

There is no setback from the shoreline per say, but there is a setback requirement from the residences that line Talbot trail (Hwy 3). This creates an effective setback from the shoreline of approximately 300-500 meters.

Will tile drains under access roads be protected?

Yes, the design and construction of the access roads will consider the integrity of the tile drains.