Eigg Mountain Wind Project Approved, Marking Major Step for Clean Energy in Antigonish County

A major renewable energy project in northeastern Nova Scotia is moving forward after receiving environmental assessment approval from the province.

The Eigg Mountain wind energy project, located in Antigonish County, was officially approved on April 9, clearing the way for construction to begin later this year.

Developed by Eigg Mountain Wind Inc., the project will feature 22 wind turbines and is expected to generate approximately 154 megawatts of clean electricity—enough to power the equivalent of nearly 50,000 homes. Once operational in 2028, the wind farm will play a significant role in reducing Nova Scotia’s reliance on fossil fuels while supporting long-term economic growth in the region.

Construction of the facility is projected to create between 200 and 250 jobs, providing a substantial boost to the local workforce. Over its anticipated 35-year lifespan, the project will maintain a smaller operational team of four to 12 employees while generating an estimated $1.3 million in annual tax revenue for the Municipality of the County of Antigonish.

Beyond its economic impact, the project is expected to deliver meaningful environmental benefits. It will reduce Nova Scotia’s greenhouse gas emissions by approximately 271,000 tonnes annually—the equivalent of removing more than 58,800 gas-powered vehicles from the road.

As part of its approval, the project must adhere to 57 terms and conditions aimed at protecting the environment and safeguarding public health throughout construction and operation.

The Eigg Mountain development is part of Nova Scotia’s Green Choice Program, an initiative outlined in Our Climate, Our Future: Nova Scotia’s Climate Change Plan for Clean Growth. The program is designed to expand clean energy generation, attract green investment, create sustainable jobs, stabilize electricity rates, and reduce emissions across the province.

With approval now in place, the Eigg Mountain wind project represents a significant milestone in Nova Scotia’s transition to a cleaner, more sustainable energy future.