Pincher Creek
Located in Southwest Alberta, Pincher Creek has a 148-year history. It would be a mistake to think that Pincher Creek is merely a very pretty, small town, in the heart of farming and cattle country. Visitors quickly get a glimpse of the future when they see the wind turbines. 272 of them in 8 wind energy projects, to be exact.
Like other communities in southwest Alberta, Pincher Creek is subject to very strong Chinook winds. I wrote about those winds when I was talking about Waterton Park and St Henrys church. The winds are so frequent and powerful that Pincher Creek is an ideal location for wind turbines. So much so that the town calls itself the Wind Capital of Canada.
So what does the future hold for Pincher Creek wind power? The Canadian Wind Energy Association estimates that the area is one of the strongest wind power regions in Canada. With another 180 turbines in 5 wind energy projects in the approved and planning stages, Pincher Creek is confidently looking at the future.
Would I go back there? Absolutely yes! The people are friendly; the history of the area is fascinating; and the scenery is breathtaking.
Read MoreLike other communities in southwest Alberta, Pincher Creek is subject to very strong Chinook winds. I wrote about those winds when I was talking about Waterton Park and St Henrys church. The winds are so frequent and powerful that Pincher Creek is an ideal location for wind turbines. So much so that the town calls itself the Wind Capital of Canada.
So what does the future hold for Pincher Creek wind power? The Canadian Wind Energy Association estimates that the area is one of the strongest wind power regions in Canada. With another 180 turbines in 5 wind energy projects in the approved and planning stages, Pincher Creek is confidently looking at the future.
Would I go back there? Absolutely yes! The people are friendly; the history of the area is fascinating; and the scenery is breathtaking.
