Thursday, December 14, 2006

ALTERNATIVE ENERGY - Dokie wind energy project receives approval - August 10, 2006

by B.C. Ministry of Environment

VICTORIA – Victoria-based Dokie Wind Energy Inc. (the proponent) has received provincial environmental certification for a proposed 300-megawatt wind energy project located in the Peace River Region.

The project will be sited on a number of high-elevation ridge tops in the Rocky Mountain foothills, approximately 40 kilometres southwest of Hudson’s Hope and 40 kilometres west of Chetwynd.

The environmental assessment concluded the project would have no significant adverse environmental, social or health effects on the surrounding area. In addition, the proponent will still need to obtain the necessary provincial approvals and leases following receipt of an environmental assessment (EA) certificate. More Info...