Longueuil, QC - Innergex Renewable Energy Inc. announced Monday that the Quebec government has authorized the construction of three Cartier Wind Energy wind farms, namely the Montagne-S’che project (58.5 MW) and both phases of the Gros-Morne project (211.5 MW). The Quebec government announced its support of the projects Monday, emphasizing the important contribution of these projects to local economic development.

"Developing partnerships with local communities is a priority in all our projects. We continuously strive to maximize local economic and social benefits while minimizing environmental impact," says Michel Letellier, President and Chief Executive Officer of Innergex. 
   
With construction set to begin in 2010, commercial operation is expected to begin in November 2011 for Montagne-S’che as well as for the first phase of Gros-Morne. The second phase of Gros-Morne has an expected commercial operation start date in November 2012.
   
The Montagne-S’che wind farm, consisting of 39 turbines, with a total installed capacity of 58.5 MW, will provide power for the equivalent of 11,000 households. Once its two phases are completed, the Gros-Morne wind farm will
include 141 turbines, with a total installed capacity of 211.5 MW, providing power for the equivalent of 40,000 households.
   
Innergex holds 38 per cent of the Cartier projects, in undivided co-ownership and 50 per cent of Cartier Wind Energy, which is responsible for managing the construction and the operation of the wind farms.

Innergex Renewable Energy Inc. is a developer, owner and operator of run-of-river hydroelectric facilities and wind energy projects in North America. For further information visit www.innergex.com.

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