La Coruña, March 20, 2025.- Representatives of the Lheidli T’enneh First Nation, one of Canada’s indigenous people, has visited Ecoener’s headquarters in La Coruña, where they were welcomed by the company’s chairman, Luis de Valdivia. This meeting strengthens their strategic alliance for the construction and operation of a 140 MW wind farm in the Canadian province of British Columbia.
This project not only marks a milestone in Ecoener’s expansion but also places Galicia on the international renewable energy map, showcasing the ability of Galician companies to lead high-impact initiatives on a global scale.
During their stay in Galicia, the representatives of the Lheidli T’enneh First Nation visited Ecoener’s hydroelectric power plants. They will then travel to the Canary Islands to visit the company’s wind and solar power operations on the island of Gran Canaria.
Chief Dolleen Logan of the Lheidli T’enneh First Nation stated: “As a Nation, we have focused our efforts on the development and acquisition of green energy, as stewards of lands, water, and air in our traditional territory. This project and our partner share our vision for creating sustainability at every step in the process, and this was critical in our Nations decision to partner with Ecoener to deliver the Nilhts’i Ecoener Wind Farm Project. Together, we are building a legacy of respect for the land and the environment.”
Luis de Valdivia, Chairman of Ecoener, noted: “This collaboration with the Lheidli T’enneh First Nation is an example of our commitment to building strong, trust-based relationships with the local communities in the territories where we operate.”
The wind farm, Ecoener’s first project in Canada, has a 30-year power purchase agreement with the public company BC Hydro and will begin construction in 2029 with an investment of 290 million euros.
British Columbia region has launched an ambitious program to increase renewable energy production to meet its future demand and move towards decarbonization. Canada’s First Nations will be the main players in this BC Hydro-driven program, owning a significant share of new projects by investing their own capital.
About Ecoener
Ecoener is a Spanish multinational company focused for more than 35 years on the development of renewable energy with projects that integrate seamlessly into the landscape and that seek to generate a positive impact on their communities. From an industrial approach, it controls all phases of the business, from promotion and design to construction and management of hydroelectric power plants, wind farms and solar photovoltaic plants, as well as storage projects. It has a presence in 14 markets (Europe, America and Asia) through its operating and construction projects and business development offices.
**About Lheidli T’enneh **
The Lheidli T’enneh are an Indigenous community of people in and around the city of Prince George, British Columbia. The name “Lheidli” means “The People from the Confluence of the River” in the Carrier language, referring to where the Nechako River meets the Fraser River and their traditional territory.
Within this territory, Lheidli T’enneh works hard to develop economic opportunities but also to practice and preserve traditional activities. Through various programs and services, Lheidli continues to maintain and protect its culture and history for its 800 plus members while improving their quality of life.
Today, the Lheidli T’enneh First Nation moves forward as a motivated, educated, and determined Nation, one that connects the lessons of the past with the hopes and dreams of the future. More information on the website (https://www.lheidli.ca).