Wind

Description

Wind energy is relatively new to Ontario and is a fast-growing source of electricity generation. More information on micro wind installations can be found here.

Project size

• 10 kilowatts or less

Contract price paid per kWh

• 11.5 cents

Inflation index

• 20 percent

Typical lead time

• 1 year

Possible permits and approvals

• Municipal building permit
• Ministry of the Environment renewable energy approval
• Electrical Safety Authority approval

Location/resource

• Strongest winds for micro-wind projects are found in open spaces, unobstructed by large buildings or structures.

Other considerations

• Project may affect:
  • income taxes
  • property taxes
  • Contact your municipality and the Canada Revenue Agency

Industry associations

• Canadian Wind Energy Association (CanWEA)