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Wind Facts

Wind energy is generating clean electricity, new jobs and economic development opportunities in communities across the country. While wind energy has enjoyed growing success in many countries for several decades, it is a relatively new contributor to the power system here in Canada. As such, it is natural for people to ask questions. As a responsible industry, we are committed to ensuring Canadians have the most up-to-date factual information on wind energy.

1. Health Fact Sheet
2. Property Values Fact Sheet
3. Pricing Fact Sheet
4. Wind by the numbers

Get the facts on wind energy. Take a look at these fact sheets—you’ll be amazed at the power of the wind.

1. An Introduction to Wind Power
2. Wind Technology
3. Wind Power is Reliable
4. Planning a wind farm
5. Environmental Benefits
6. Wildlife - Birds, bats and wind energy
7. Visual and sound - The sights and sounds of wind
8. Turbines and land use - The win/win of wind energy
9. The wind Energy Industry - The business of wind
10. Building a Wind Farm - Making wind energy a reality
11. Consumer Benefits - Wind energy benefits you
12. Community Benefits