The current project, Ostrander Point Wind Energy Park, is located in Prince Edward County, Picton, Ont. The project, once operational, will be complete with nine wind turbines for a total nameplate capacity of 22.5W. Gilead was approved for a FIT contract up to 24 MW by the Ontario Power Authority under the new Green Energy Act. Once online, project will generate enough green energy to power 5,000 homes in the area.

Currently, Gilead is currently moving through the renewable energy approval process, also known as the REA, and is being evaluated by the Ministry of the Environment. Following REA approval, Gilead has plans to begin construction and commercial operation is geared for 2012.

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