Rural Alberta’s $70-million question: Will renewable energy revenue keep growing?

Rural Alberta is experiencing something remarkable — a steady, reliable stream of revenue that doesn’t depend on oil prices, doesn’t require new taxes and keeps flowing year after year. In 2025, wind and solar projects generated $70 million in tax revenue for 26 Alberta counties, money that’s paying for roads, emergency services, recreation facilities and all the things that keep rural communities strong. Read More