A new wind farm, Mesgi’g Ugju’s’n 2, in the Avignon MRC

Innergex and MMBC join forces for a new wind power project in the Avignon MRC, which will provide economic and social benefits for local communities while contributing to the decarbonization effort.

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The Mesgi’g Ugju’s’n 2 wind farm in the Avignon RCM was announced by Innergex and the Mi’gmawei Mawiomi Business Corporation. This project will be covered by a 30-year binding power purchase agreement with Hydro-Québec.

An equal partnership for responsible growth

Innergex Renewable Energy and the Mi’gmawei Mawiomi Business Corporation announced their second wind power project in the MRC d’Avignon. The Mesgi’g Ugju’s’n 2 wind farm is an extension of the existing 150 MW Mesgi’g Ugju’s’n wind farm. This project is the result of an equal partnership between Innergex and the three Mi’gmaq communities in Quebec – Gesgapegiag, Gespeg and Listuguj – represented by MMBC. The project is expected to be operational in 2026 and will be covered by a 30-year binding power purchase agreement with Hydro-Québec.

This Mesgi’g Ugju’s’n 2 wind project aims to maximize the use of local resources in the MRC d’Avignon

The project will maximize the use of existing roads, facilities and interconnections, minimizing environmental impact and helping to support the wind industry supply chain in Gaspésie and Quebec. The construction of the Mesgi’g Ugju’s’n 2 wind farm will involve the participation of local and regional companies. Construction is expected to create approximately 200 jobs during the peak period; in addition, long-term, permanent, skilled jobs will also be created during the operational period.

What are the economic and social benefits for the local communities of the MRC d’Avignon?

The project will provide economic benefits to local communities through employment opportunities and a social engagement fund. This item received very positive feedback at the public information meetings held last year. The project should make an annual financial contribution and establish a social engagement fund to support local development initiatives for local municipalities.

What funding for the MRC d’Avignon’s Mesgi’g Ugju’n 2 wind farm

Project costs are estimated at approximately $277.4 million. Funding will be split between long-term, non-recourse project debt (70%-80%) and sponsor participation (20%-30%), which will be shared equally among the partners. Interconnection and collector system costs will be reimbursed by Hydro-Québec when the facility is commissioned.

The project is subject to the execution of contracts with Hydro-Québec and suppliers. In addition, it is also subject to licensing and regulatory requirements. Compliance with these conditions is essential for the success of the project. Indeed, there is a need to ensure that the Mesgi’g Ugju’s’n 2 wind farm is a reliable and sustainable source of energy for years to come.

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