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Anahim Lake Solar Project
business case were completed, it was determined that solar power was
the best alternative energy solution for the community.
The Anahim Lake Solar Project — 100 per cent owned by the UEC, a
member of Ulkatcho First Nation’s Ulkatcho Group of Companies — will
reduce the use of diesel by 64 per cent in this remote community and
signi昀椀cantly reduce carbon emissions in the region. This unique project is
also a 昀椀rst-of-its-kind initiative in the province of B.C. with a Community
Electricity Purchase Agreement in place between UEC and BC Hydro. Hatch,
as the engineering consultant, completed the solar design.
SINCE THE GROUNDBREAKING CEREMONY on June 11, 2025, Ulkatcho
Energy Corporation (UEC) and BC Hydro have been constructing a
hybrid renewable energy system, combining the largest o昀昀-grid solar
power energy project in Canada, battery storage, and diesel backup to provide reliable, clean electricity and reduce the community’s
dependence on diesel fuel—thanks to a combined investment of
$15,841,000 from the federal and provincial governments.
Located in Anahim Lake in B.C., the Ulkatcho First Nation’s power is
currently 100 per cent diesel generated. After technical studies and a
“I am honoured to be involved in this great initiative. Since my 昀椀rst
meeting with BC Hydro 昀椀ve years ago, this project has come a long
way and will have a very positive impact on
our community,” says Chief Nelson (Charlie)
Williams of the Ulkatcho First Nation. “Through
our Ulkatcho Group of Companies, we are
giving our people a cleaner environment
and preserving our lands through reducing
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greenhouse gas emissions on our Traditional
Territory. The Ulkatcho First Nation is proud
to be a leader in the future of green energy in
LARGEST OFF-GRID SOLAR PROJECT
British Columbia.”
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