Description

On 5 June 2024, Windy Ridge Wind (4560536 Nova Scotia Ltd) registered the Windy Ridge Wind Power Project for environmental assessment, in accordance with Part IV of the Environment Act.

The purpose of the proposed undertaking is to construct and operate a 49 turbine, 340 MW wind project. The wind turbines will be 199.5 m tall to the tip of the blade and individually produce up to 7.0 MW. The project will also include a transmission line, electrical collector lines and substation, access roads, and temporary laydown areas. The proponent intends to begin construction of the Project in 2024 and it is expected to be operational for 35 years commencing in 2025.

Minister's Decision

On 25 July 2024, the Minister of Environment and Climate Change released a decision (PDF) concerning this review. The Minister has decided to approve the undertaking in accordance with Section 13(1)b of the Environmental Assessment Regulations, pursuant to Part IV of the Environment Act. The undertaking has been approved subject to a number of conditions (PDF).

Project Documents

• Minister's Decision, Approval (PDF)
• Conditions (PDF)
• Comments EA Registration (PDF)
• Public Notice (PDF)

Registration

• Windy Ridge Wind Power Project EA Registration Document (PDF)
• Appendix A - Figures Part 1 (PDF)
• Appendix A - Figures Part 2 (PDF)
• Appendix A - Figures Part 3 (PDF)
• Appendix A - Figures Part 4 (PDF)
• Appendix A - Figures Part 5 (PDF)
• Appendix A - Figures Part 6 (PDF)
• Appendix A - Figures Part 7 (PDF)
• Appendix B (PDF)
• Appendix C (PDF)
• Appendix D Part 1 (PDF)
• Appendix D Part 2 (PDF)
• Appendix E (PDF)
• Appendix F (PDF)
• Appendix G (PDF)
• Appendix H (PDF)
• Appendix I Part 1 (PDF)
• Appendix I Part 2 (PDF)
• Appendix J Part 1 (PDF)
• Appendix J Part 2 (PDF)
• Appendix K (PDF)
• Appendix L (PDF)

Opportunities for Public Input

Public comments on the Registration were accepted until 5 July 2024.

All comments received from the public consultation will be posted on the department's website for public viewing. In the case of an individual, the address, email and contact information will be removed before being placed on the website.