It is estimated that in 2050, wind energy capacity in Canada will reach 40.5 gigawatts. Forecasts are a baseline projection which is considered to be the “most likely” outcome for Canada’s energy future, given the underlying assumptions of the energy market as constantly evolving. In 2020, wind energy is expected to have reached 13.9 gigawatts in capacity.
Installed capacity of wind power in Canada from 2005 to 2019, with projections until 2050
(in gigawatts)
Characteristic
Capacity in gigawatts
2050
40.5
2045
36.7
2040
32.8
2035
29.4
2030
23.6
2025
17
2020*
13.9
2019
13.5
2015
10.9
2010
3.7
2005
0.6
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* Figures from 2020 onwards are forecasts. Forecasts are a baseline projection which is considered to be the “most likely” outcome for Canada’s energy future, given the underlying assumptions.
Adapted from Statistics Canada, Canada's Energy Future 2020, tab R.19, 2005 to 2019. This does not constitute an endorsement by Statistics Canada of this product.
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