Concerns Raised Over Proposed 120-MW Power Plant Near Benalto
Collisard Power L.P. is seeking approval for a 120-MW natural gas power plant near Benalto, prompting regulatory concerns. The project’s proximity to livestock operations raises questions about its potential impact on agriculture and local communities.
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Collisard Power L.P., a subsidiary of Northland Power Inc., has applied to the Alberta Utilities Commission to construct a 120-megawatt natural gas power plant and associated infrastructure near Benalto. Red Deer County plans to voice concerns regarding the project's effects on nearby agricultural operations, particularly due to its location between two feedlots and a bison ranch.
A hearing is scheduled for October 19, and if approved, construction could commence in early 2024, with operations starting by late 2028. The county has requested a Livestock Impact Study and additional public engagement, which Collisard has declined, asserting existing assessments are sufficient. This situation underscores potential regulatory challenges and community engagement issues in energy projects.
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