Wind Energy

Pattern Abandons Yolo County Wind Power Project

Pattern Energy Group LP (Pattern) today announced its intention to abandon development of its Yolo County wind farm project due to the potential for impact on sensitive local bird species, including golden eagles and bald eagles. The 100 megawatt (MW) Yolo County wind turbines project, located near Sacramento, was in mid-stage development and had not yet entered construction.

"This would have been a strong source of wind power for California, which needs more renewable energy, but the right thing to do is abandon this project," said Mike Garland, CEO of Pattern Energy. "Pattern is committed to environmentally-responsible wind development and our view is that the risk to sensitive species at this project site outweighs the project benefits. This is partly because the mitigation efforts available do not meet our high standards and requirements."

"We’re proud of our track record as a leader in environmental stewardship. Our team of scientists has led the development and implementation of advanced technologies to protect wildlife, including an innovative radar system to monitor and protect birds and bats," noted Garland.

Pattern currently has 520 MW of wind power projects in operation. The company expects to bring 1,000 MW of wind turbines projects into construction over the next 12 months.

Pattern Energy Group LP is an independent, fully integrated energy company that develops, constructs, owns, and operates renewable energy and transmission assets in the United States, Canada and Latin America. With a long history in wind energy, Pattern’s highly-experienced team of scientists, engineers, construction experts, and legal and financial professionals has developed, financed and placed into operation more than 2,500 MW of wind power projects. Pattern is strongly committed to promoting environmental stewardship and is dedicated to working closely with landowners and communities to create premier renewable energy projects.

Currently operating 520 MW of wind energy in North America, Pattern has 250 MW of wind farm projects in construction and expects to begin construction of more than 750 MW over the next 12 months. The Company’s full development pipeline exceeds 4,000 MW of renewable energy and transmission projects. Pattern has offices in San Francisco, San Diego, Houston, New York, and Toronto.

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