The sun shines on Sachigo Lake

Solar farm developer SkyPower announced it’s partnering with Sachigo Lake First Nation to develop a “multitude of utility-scale solar photovoltaic projects in Ontario.”

In a March 4 release, SkyPower said it’s completed the request for qualification stage under the large renewable procurement (LRP) process through the Independent Electricity System Operator (IESO) and has submitted proposals for the development of solar parks with Sachigo.

Sachigo Lake First Nation?is a remote Oji-Cree?First Nation?of 814 in the Kenora district of northwestern Ontario.

SkyPower is a global developer of “utility-scale solar energy projects.” The company has 24 power purchase agreements in Ontario for a total of more than 300 megawatts of power.

“SkyPower’s clean energy partnership with?Sachigo Lake First Nation will create jobs and strengthen the local economy,” said Kerry Adler, SkyPower’s president-CEO. “Our track record of?working together in mutual respect?with?Indigenous communities?is a testament to our sustainable economic innovation."  

 “Sachigo Lake First Nation has gained access to enter the renewable energy market in Ontario and the opportunity to participate financially in a program that will provide long-term benefits for our community,” said Chief Titus Tate.

SkyPower has developed large solar projects with other Indigenous communities, including Fort William First Nation near Thunder Bay.