As the demand for clean energy continues to rise in Canada, Concord Green Energy is setting a pattern to follow for pursuing energy partnerships with Indigenous communities. The company’s latest initiative, the Tilley Solar Project in Alberta (about 200 km southeast of Calgary) will make a lasting impact on the availability of clean energy options for Albertans.
Developed in partnership with the Alexander First Nation, the Canada Infrastructure Bank (CIB), and First Nation Power Development Inc (FNpower), the project has created nearly 300 full-time jobs, bringing $20 million in labour income to the community. Concord Green Energy believes these kinds of projects are important steps towards economic reconciliation with Indigenous groups.
With nearly 70,000 photovoltaic panels, the $52-million project is set to become operational this spring, delivering 23.6 megawatts of clean electricity to southern Alberta. This capacity is enough to power tens of thousands of homes, reducing greenhouse gas emissions by an estimated 14,200 tonnes annually.
For Indigenous communities, equity ownership in clean energy projects like Tilley provides sustainable growth and revenue to the community. Terry Hui and Concord Green Energy believe strongly in the importance of building long-term partnerships with Indigenous groups, providing sources of economic empowerment.
“Being involved in clean energy is important for our communities, as we are stewards of the land,” says Alexander First Nation Chief George Arcand Jr.
The timing of the Tilley Solar Project is particularly significant, given Canada’s evolving energy policies and global economic challenges. The rapid expansion of artificial intelligence (AI) is expected to drive unprecedented electricity demand. Much of this will need to come from renewable sources or the strain on our resources may become too much to bear.
Despite the clear advantages of renewable energy, Alberta’s new regulations have shifted favor toward fossil fuels while scaling back support for clean energy projects. This policy shift comes at a critical moment for the future of climate change policies.
For Concord Pacific, there is no question about the wisdom of pursuing green energy projects in partnership with First Nations communities. Clean power remains a key driver of economic investment, making projects like Tilley essential for both environmental and financial stability.
Concord Pacific has demonstrated this commitment to green initiatives in other areas of their business. The company recently unveiled the world’s largest EV charging parkade at the Concord Brentwood masterplanned community in Burnaby, BC, offering nearly 2,000 EV-ready parking spaces equipped with 24/7 charging access.
Concord Green Energy has established itself as a leader in the Canadian renewable energy sector, with projects in wind, solar, and hydro across five provinces. Their $5 billion Amisk Hydroelectric project, also in Alberta, is expected to generate 1,000 construction jobs and add $4 billion to the economy.
Under Terry Hui’s leadership, Concord Green Energy continues to champion innovative clean energy solutions across Canada. By prioritizing partnerships with Indigenous communities and investing in large-scale renewable projects, the company is helping shape a future where sustainability, economic growth, and economic reconciliation are equally prioritized.
Projects like the Tilley Solar Project demonstrate that renewable energy is not just an environmental imperative but also a powerful tool for economic development. Concord Green Energy’s commitment to sustainable power will help ensure that Canada remains at the forefront of the green energy revolution.
