Moon Lake Solar is a proposed utility scale ground mounted solar photovoltaic (PV) development covering 120 acres of land. The Project will include approximately 41,500 angled solar modules installed on steel pile foundations and fixed steel racking to a height of 8ft. The entire property will be secured by permanent perimeter chainlink fencing.

VGI will use four inverters to change energy collected by the solar modules from direct current to alternating current in order to transmit it to Fortis Alberta’s existing distribution power lines. No new towers or power poles will be required for the Project, and the regular operation of the facility will be nearly silent.

Voltarix Group is committed to working with independent third-party subject matter experts to identify and mitigate the potential impacts of the Moon Lake Solar project.

• General and seasonal vegetation, wetland and wildlife surveys are currently being conducted to determine potential environmental effects of the project.
  

• A noise impact assessment will be performed in compliance with AUC Rule 012 for Noise Control. Solar energy is general viewed as a very low source of noise impact electricity generator.
  

• The historical resource potential was assessed by the Province of Alberta and resulted in no potential impacts.
  

• Solar modules are commonly mistaken to create glare; however, light is absorbed by the module opposed to reflected. A glint and glare analysis will be complete if deemed necessary by NAVCanada and/or Alberta Transportation.

We will continually add our findings to the project website and are committed to share any and all identified risks with the public to ensure all concerns are addressed. All potential impacts will be considered during the design process and impact management plans will be put in place for construction and long-term operations.

2021
The first half of 2021 will be spent undergoing consultation and notification with stakeholders within 800m of the Project as well as addressing concerns from the greater Parkland County community.

2022
Prior to 2022, VGI will complete professional third-party studies to evaluate potential impacts as described within the Impact Management section of this information package. All findings will be shared with the public as part of our Alberta Utility Commission (AUC) application for regulatory approval in Q2 of 2022.

2023
Upon Municipal, Provincial, and electrical regulatory approvals, VGI plans to construct the facilities beginning spring of 2023, pending seasonal conditions at time of approval. The project will be commercially operating by Q3 of 2023.

1. Why have you chosen this site?
   The site was selected for its flat profile and proximity to Fortis Alberta’s Moon Lake substation which distributes electricity across approximately 70,000 hectares of rural Alberta. By producing solar energy in this location, we can help reduce the areas reliance on carbon emitting electrical generation in the area.
   
   
2. Is there risk of contamination to the land or air?
   No. Solar modules do not leach chemicals and there will be no underground hazardous materials, nor will our project emit dangerous or heat capturing fumes. Voltarix is committed to protect the environment and the communities we build in.
   
   
3. What will be done to prevent the potential for weeds to contaminate adjacent farmland?
   VGI will manage weeds through mechanical means and with selective herbicides, as necessary. If required, we will revegetate the site in consultation with local farmers using a seed mix that will not impact nearby agricultural activities. We will remove any noxious weeds found on the site or will control them without delay, as required by the County.