Maryvale Wind Farm

Overview

The Maryvale Wind Farm, located in Nova Scotia, Canada, uses four 1.5 MegaWatt Vensys V-77 wind turbines. Positioned on a mountain with a view of the Atlantic Ocean, the project is part of the region's renewable energy efforts and has been embraced by the local community.

Challenges and Solutions

The project faced several challenges, including meeting environmental obligations such as remediation work on an existing wetland as well as building on a mountain, presented difficulties due to extreme weather conditions. Despite these challenges, the project was completed successfully with significant involvement from local contractors.

Key Features

Community Support: The project was warmly welcomed by the local community, generating excitement, especially during the delivery of the large turbine blades.
Local Engagement: Local contractors played a crucial role in construction, providing direct benefits to the community. Ongoing jobs were created, and the operators of the wind farm are residents of the area.
Environmental Impact: The wind farm contributes to Nova Scotia Power's renewable energy targets, meeting its estimated energy production.

Operational Excellence

The operators have years of experience managing the wind farm in an area known for extreme weather forecasts. The project continues to operate efficiently, showcasing the resilience and adaptability of the team.

Key Benefits

The Maryvale Wind Farm has been a catalyst for local economic development, creating jobs and promoting renewable energy use in Nova Scotia. Its successful operation demonstrates a commitment to sustainable energy solutions.

Our Impact

Horizon Legacy is revolutionizing the construction industry with the first and largest neighborhood in Canada built using onsite robotics.

Cost Efficiency

Our approach delivers an average cost of under $300K per unit (costs exclude land, servicing, softcosts) showcasing that robots can be integrated affordably while meeting and exceeding the Ontario Building Code.

With 26 rental units, including 30% affordable, we surpass industry standards.

Our project achieves a 20% reduction in energy intensity and greenhouse gas emissions, and our all-electric buildings ensure zero greenhouse gas energy consumption.

By creating wall assemblies with R-30 thermal performance and consolidating three trades into one, we effectively address the labor shortage, demonstrating the transformative potential of robotics in construction.

Horizon has generated over 14 million kilowatthour (KWH) of clean energy

We have created over 7 million square feet of Toronto’s major developments

“Horizon has built and financed major buildings for ourselves as the long-term owners, wherein, we have then had to live with the operational ramifications of design, construction and financial decisions made at the development stage for the over 20 years life of a building. This is a perspective very distinct from that of the traditional contractor or lender.”