Should a 45-Turbine Wind Farm Be Built in Témiscouata?
Official title: Madawaska Wind Farm Project
A company wants to build a large wind farm in Quebec's Bas-Saint-Laurent region. The project would include 45 wind turbines generating 270 MW of power, plus roads, a substation connecting to Hydro-Québec's grid, and mostly underground electrical lines.
Why This Matters
Live in or near Témiscouata? This project could change the landscape you see every day. Wind farms bring construction jobs and lease payments to landowners, but some residents worry about noise and visual impacts. Quebec's push for renewable energy affects electricity rates for everyone.
What Could Change
If approved, 45 turbines up to 200 metres tall could be installed across the RCM of Témiscouata. New access roads would be built through the area. The project would add 270 MW of renewable capacity to Quebec's grid.
Key Issues
- What are the environmental impacts of building 45 wind turbines in this region?
- How will the road network and electrical infrastructure affect local land use?
Indigenous Consultation
This consultation requires engagement with Indigenous communities under the Crown's duty to consult.