Climate Change Won’t Disrupt Wind Energy in Canada

Climate change continues to transform ecosystems and weather patterns across the world. Concerns arise surrounding the future resilience of renewable energy. Specifically, one of Canada’s core clean energy assets is wind power, which people are questioning if it could be impacted by the climate instability it’s meant to combat.

A new study shows that this clean energy source is safe. A comprehensive five-year analysis by Nergica, found that North America’s wind energy production will not be significantly affected by climate change. Through comparing historical data from 1981 to 2010 and utilizing climate projections for 2031 to 2060, researchers were able to study wind speeds and icing, which are key factors to wind turbine performance. The conclusion was that wind conditions, along with icing risks, are expected to remain largely stable through the coming decades.

With Canada moving towards a net-zero electricity grid by 2035, this insight is crucial. Wind power is a necessity with clean energy demand rising and the need to phase out fossil fuels. This study confirms that wind will be a reliable, economical, and resilient energy source for the long-term fight against climate change.

For energy planners, utility providers, and homeowners alike, these findings solidify that wind energy will remain an imperative cornerstone of Canada’s clean energy future.

At Borrum Energy Solutions, we provide self-assembled microgeneration wind turbines and towers designed for both on- and off-grid living — from remote cottages to emergency backup power. This new research reinforces the reliability of wind energy in Canada’s climate and affirms the role of small-scale systems like ours in a sustainable energy future. Our turbines were built for the future — and now, science has confirmed that the future is wind-powered.