Project|Wind
Bluewater Wind Energy Centre
Torys acted as counsel to NextEra Energy Canada in the development and construction of its 60 MW Bluewater Wind Energy Centre in Huron County, Ontario, including advice on initial acceptance under OPA's FIT program, the renewable energy approval (REA) application and the related permitting and approval processes.
Located in Bluewater Township, the wind farm consists of 37 GE 1.6-100 Series turbines.
Further information on the project can be found on Cordelio Power’s website.
Torys acted as counsel with a team led by Dennis Mahony and Tyson Dyck (environmental), Andy Gibbons (real estate), John Terry, John Laskin and Sarah Shody (administrative and dispute resolution).
Torys also acted on the following in connection with this project:
| Jurisdiction | Huron County |
| Province/State | Ontario |
| Country | Canada |
| Nature of Engagement | Project Development, Consultation, Environmental, Real Estate |
| Client | NextEra Energy Canada |
| Client Role | Project Owner |
| Value | $189,000,000 CAD |
| Key Features | Indigenous involvement |