Renewable Energy Sector

Hydroelectricity, solar power and wind power make up the renewable energy sector of Dawson Creek.

Hydroelectricity

The Peace Region is an important source of electricity for BC, generating nearly 30% of its power through stations on the Peace River.

Site C

To meet growing electricity demands in BC, Site C was developed by BC Hydro. Construction on the generating station began in 2015 and the site was completed in late 2024. To learn more about Site C, visit www.sitecproject.com.

WAC Bennett Dam

The WAC Bennet Dam, located on the traditional territory of Treaty 8 First Nations, is one of the world's largest earth-fill structures. To learn more about the dam, visit www.bchydro.com.

Wind

The Bear Mountain Wind Park is located just outside of Dawson Creek. It was the first fully operational wind park in British Columbia. The park was created by Peace Energy Cooperative along with Aeolis Wind Power Corporation and AltaGas, forming the Bear Mountain Wind Limited Partnership. To learn more about the wind park, visit www.peaceenergy.ca.

Solar

Peace Energy Cooperative is a locally owned company that has completed some of the largest grid-tied solar projects in BC. The cooperative focuses on designing, supplying and installing solar power systems for homeowners, businesses and municipalities across northern BC and Alberta. Peace Energy Cooperative was western Canada's first renewable energy cooperative, incorporated in 2003. To learn more about the services and products available, visit www.peaceenergy.ca.