News Hydro-Québec issues tender for 1.5 GW of wind capacity 4.3.2023 Share The 24.6 MW Le Granit Wind Project located in Québec became operational in 2014. EDF Renewables handled the development of the project. (Courtesy: EDF Renewables) Hydro-Québec issued a tender 1,500 MW of electricity generated from wind power so that commissioning and connection to the grid can take place between Dec. 1, 2027 and Dec. 1, 2029. Hydro-Québec anticipates an increase in the province’s electricity demand of 25 TWh, or 14%, over the 2022–2032 period. The minimal requirements for bidders include an obligation to show that the proposed project has the support of the host community. Contracts also must be approved by the Régie de l’énergie. A pre-bid meeting for potential bidders is scheduled for early April and the project submission deadline is in September. Hydro-Québec hired the firm Raymond Chabot Grant Thornton to help in the tendering process and to serve as its official representative. Additional information is here. Related Posts Solar companies raised $34B in 2023, most in a decade 1 GWh battery storage project underway in Arizona The Pentagon will install rooftop solar panels as Biden pushes clean energy in federal buildings Texas grid survives, thwarting NIMBYs, and companies turn to ‘greenhushing’ — This Week in Cleantech
