West Moberly First Nations and RES awarded 210MW wind energy contract in British Columbia

As majority owner, West Moberly First Nations will hold 51% ownership in the Sweetwater Wind Project – one of only four successful awards from BC Hydro’s 2025 Call for Power, and a landmark moment for Indigenous-led clean energy development in the province.

Vancouver, Canada – 4 June 2026 –  West Moberly First Nations and RES have signed a 30-year Energy Purchase Agreement (EPA) with BC Hydro for the Sweetwater Wind Project, a 210MW wind energy project located near Dawson Creek, British Columbia.

West Moberly First Nations will hold a  51% majority ownership in the project through a wholly-owned subsidiary. The project is located on private agricultural land in Treaty 8 territory, approximately 20 km north of Dawson Creek. The award is one of only four successful outcomes from BC Hydro’s 2025 Call for Power.

The Sweetwater Wind Project will comprise approximately 30 wind turbines, generating enough clean electricity to power approximately 50,000 homes annually. The project will support British Columbia’s growing electricity demand, driven by electrification, population growth and industrial expansion across the province.

West Moberly First Nations brings deep knowledge of Treaty 8 territory and a strong record of renewable energy leadership and responsible land stewardship to the project. The Nation will play a central role in environmental review and project planning.

The signed EPA secures long-term economic benefits for the Peace River region, including local contracting, employment and lasting revenue for West Moberly First Nations and surrounding communities.

Chief Roland Willson, West Moberly First Nations, West Moberly First Nations, said: “This agreement is about our Nation taking ownership of our energy future – not just as a partner, but as a majority owner. Clean energy development on our territory, on our terms, with lasting benefits for our community and the region. We are proud to be leading this project alongside RES, and proud of what it represents for Indigenous-led development in British Columbia.”

Peter Clibbon, Senior Vice-President, RES in Canada, said: “British Columbia has the ambition and the resources to be a clean energy leader, and signing this agreement is a reflection of what’s possible when you build the right partnerships. West Moberly First Nations majority ownership is exactly the model we believe in. We’ve been part of Canada’s energy transition for over 20 years, and this project represents one of the most meaningful contributions we’ve made to it.”

For over 20 years, RES has developed and/or constructed more than 4GW of renewable energy capacity across Canada, spanning wind, solar, and energy storage in five provinces. The company has been involved in 20% of all operational wind energy in Canada and this marks RES’ entrance into a new province and expands its footprint coast to coast. The Sweetwater Wind Project is being advanced by a dedicated local British Columbia team combining on-the-ground regional expertise with the global strength and resources of RES’ worldwide operations.

About RES

RES is the world’s largest independent renewable energy company, working across 24 countries and active in wind, solar, energy storage, green hydrogen, transmission, and distribution. An industry innovator for over 40 years, RES has delivered more than 29GW of renewable energy projects across the globe and plans to bring more than 26GW of new capacity online in the next five years.

As a service provider, RES has the skills and experience in asset management, operations and maintenance (O&M), and spare parts – supporting 45GW of renewable assets. RES brings to the market a range of purposeful, practical technology-based products and digital solutions designed to maximise investment and deployment of renewable energy.

RES is the power behind a clean energy future where everyone has access to affordable zero carbon energy bringing together global experience, passion, and the innovation of its 4,500 people to transform the way energy is generated, stored and supplied. Visit: www.res-group.com

About West Moberly First Nations

West Moberly First Nations is a proud community of Dunne-za, Saulteau, Cree and Tse’khene people, whose ancestors have lived in northeastern B.C. since time immemorial. West Moberly First Nations’ predecessor, the Hudson’s Hope Band of Indians, became a party to Treaty No. 8 in 1914. West Moberly First Nations members have rights to hunt, fish, trap and carry out their way of life in Treaty No. 8 territory. West Moberly has a strong record of advocating for responsible stewardship of land and resources and is committed to sustaining its way of life and culture by striking a critical balance between cultural sustainability and economic development. 

CONTACT FOR MORE INFORMATION:

Rory Brown

Senior External Communications & Corporate Affairs Manager, RES

RES Press Office

+44 7436 144 750

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