EDF Renewables announces the signature of PPAs with the IESO for two solar projects

TORONTO, Ontario (April 14, 2016) : EDF Renewables Inc., a subsidiary of EDF Energies Nouvelles, today announced the signature of two 20-year Power Purchase Agreements (PPA) with Ontario’s Independent Electricity System Operator (IESO) for a total of 22 megawatts (MWac) of solar energy. Selected by the IESO under the Large Renewable Procurement I Request for Proposal (“LRP I RFP”), these two renewable energy projects represent a partnership between EDF Renewables and the Algonquins of Pikwàkanagàn First Nation.

The Barlow Solar Energy Centre is situated on privately-owned land located within the Township of South Stormont and interconnected through the City of Cornwall. The project will have a nameplate capacity of 10 MWac. The Pendleton Solar Energy Centre is situated on privately-owned land within the Township of Alfred and Plantagenet, and will have a nameplate capacity of 12 MWac. Together, the two projects are expected to create more than 150 jobs during construction.

Construction is planned for 2018, following the receipt of all required provincial and municipal approvals and permits. Commercial operation is expected by the end of 2018. EDF Renewables Inc. will continue to engage with local communities, Aboriginal communities and other key stakeholders throughout the development process.

“These two projects represent a significant opportunity to build renewable energy for the Province in the host communities in partnership with the Algonquins of Pikwàkanagàn,” commented Cory Basil, Vice President of Development for EDF Renewables. “EDF Renewables has a proven track record of working with municipalities and Aboriginal communities through our project development activities across Canada and we look forward to working with our partners and host communities as we expand our activities in Ontario. The EDF EN team has worked diligently to develop these opportunities and we are proud to help Ontario deliver its clean energy strategy.”

According to Chief Kirby Whiteduck of the Algonquins of Pikwàkanagàn First Nation, “As stewards of the land for the next seven generations, the Algonquins of Pikwakanagan are excited to form a partnership with EDF Renewables for the development and generation of renewable energy. This initiative will bring forth important economic benefits to the First Nation while continuing to foster the preservation of our environment and our further objective of partnering with our non-Algonquin neighbors.”

Contact EDF Renewables inc:
Fabiola Oribe ▪ 514-397-9997 ext 202 ▪ Fabiola.Oribe@edf-en.ca ▪ EDF Renewables
Sandi Briner ▪ 858-521-3525 ▪ Sandi.Briner@edf-en.ca ▪ EDF Renewables

ABOUT EDF EN CANADA INC.:
EDF Renewables, a subsidiary of EDF Energies Nouvelles, is a market leader in renewable energy, with more than 1,600 MW of wind and solar power facilities in service or under development. Headquartered in Toronto and Montreal, EDF Renewables employs an integrated approach to project development covering all aspects from conception to commissioning through to generation and long term operations. The subsidiary offers financial strength, technological innovation and an emphasis on service. EDF Renewables draws on the market expertise of EDF Renewable Energy, EDF Energies Nouvelles’ U.S. subsidiary. EDF Energies Nouvelles is 100% owned by the EDF Group. www.edf-energies-nouvelles.com www.edf-en.ca

To learn more about the Algonquins of Pikwàkanagàn First Nation, please visit www.algonquinsofpikwakanagan.com

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