Use of Alternative Energy for Municipal Facility/Emergency Centre
Type of initiative
FCM Green Municipal Fund - Plans, Studies, Pilots
Sector
Energy
Project value$16,000
Project Type
Feasibility Study
Sub Sector
Renewable Energy Generation – Other
Grant amount$5,000
Program type
GMF
Municipality
Municipality of Wawa, ON
Status
Fully Disbursed
Population
2,705
Project timeline
2002 - 2009
Project number
2991
Description
The Township of Michipicoten will conduct a feasibility study of an innovative alternative energy source such as windturbine or solar energy to service the region. The alternative energy would provide and promote clean energy for theTownship's residents. In addition, the use of alternate energy sources is uncommon in this northern region and couldoffer cost–effective strategies to provide energy in struggling communities.
Applicant
Municipality of Wawa, ON