m.ah a temEEwuh Solar Project

About this Project

Oregon Jack Creek Band and BluEarth Renewables are equal partners, developers and owners of the m.ah a temEEwuh (formerly ShTSaQU) Solar Project, a 104 MW utility scale solar project near Logan Lake, BC. The Project has been given the Nlaka’pamuxcin name m.ah a temEEwuh, meaning “coming into daylight”.

The Project will provide clean, renewable energy for approximately 20,000 homes annually.

Stage:

Development
Technology:

Utility-scale Solar
Capacity:

104 MW

Project Location

The project is located on crown land within the Thompson-Nicola Regional District, approximately 5 km north of the District of Logan Lake.

Project Development

With decades of collective experience, we have a team of internal experts responsible for taking projects from conception to commercial operations. Our team works in close consultation with Indigenous communities, local landowners, government agencies, and other local stakeholders to site, build, and operate our facilities safely and responsibly. To learn more about our approach to project development, click here.

Project development began in 2024 and has focused on desktop environmental studies including biophysical and wetland evaluations, and cultural, heritage and archeological reviews. A solar monitoring station has been installed to evaluate the solar resource and determine potential locations for infrastructure. In December 2024, the project was awarded a 30-year Electricity Purchase Agreement with BC Hydro to purchase the electricity generated by the m.ah a temEEwuh Solar Project.

Project Update:

The Project was previously being considered in two, 104 MW phases. The Phase II addition was not awarded an Electricity Purchase Agreement from BC Hydro, and as a result, only the original 104 MW project will move forward.

As the next step of development, the project started the Early Engagement phase of the Environmental Assessment process and submitted an Initial Project Description and Engagement Plan to the Environmental Assessment Office. In 2026, the project will be completing more field studies and is planning a geotechnical investigation to be able to advance project design considerations.

We are committed to ongoing engagement throughout the decision-making process for the project. We believe trust is the foundation for long-term and successful relationships, and we know that trust is only earned over time, by working together with honest and transparent communications.

For more information on the m.ah a temEEwuh Solar Project or to join our mailing list, please email us at projects@bluearth.ca or call 1-844-214-2578.

Project Benefits

Tax Revenue & Local Investment

Employment

Benefit Fund

The Project will provide an estimated $2 million in annual property tax to the Thompson Nicola Regional District.

Municipal tax revenues generated by the project can help support investments in critical community infrastructure, including roads, bridges, schools, and other public services. These contributions can enhance municipal resources, support local priorities, and help improve the overall quality of life for Regional District residents.

The Project will also provide investment in local services and supplies such as infrastructure improvements, fuel, food, and accommodation for employees, construction personnel, and contractors.

The Project will provide employment benefits in both the construction and operations phases.

Approximately 200 temporary jobs during the construction phase.

3-5 permanent positions for solar facility maintenance and operations.

The Project will prioritize local hiring wherever feasible and where qualified candidates are available. Operations staff will live near the Project to support ongoing operations and timely response.

The Project will establish a 30-year benefit fund to ensure the community sees direct benefit from the Project.

This fund can be used to further enhance local initiatives and community priorities.

We invite the community to provide suggestions on where funding would be most impactful. Submit a funding request at bluearth.ca/funding/

Quick Facts

We recognize that new development projects can raise questions from community members and we are committed to addressing any questions or concerns in an open and transparent matter.

For more detail on the community feedback we’ve received and how the project is addressing each of the topics, please see the Community Concerns and Questions resource.

Project Size

When constructed, the footprint of the Project is expected to be ~260 hectares.

BC Investigative License No. 349446 allows us to assess environmental conditions and project feasibility, starting with a larger study area to allow flexibility and incorporate feedback. Since the Initial Project Description (776 hectares), the study area has been reduced to approximately 415 hectares and is expected to decrease further as design is finalized.

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Wildlife

We recognize there are concerns on how this Project may impact wildlife in the area. The Project is committed to minimizing impact on wildlife in the area.

Environmental studies have been underway since 2024 to understand local wildlife, habitats, and movement patterns as part of the environmental assessment process. Findings are being used to guide project design, including layout and mitigation measures to avoid or minimize impacts where feasible. Potential effects from fencing and infrastructure will be assessed in detail, with measures developed to support wildlife movement and reduce fragmentation.

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Recreation

We know this area serves important recreational uses, and we are committed to continuing to work with recreation users to ensure continued public access through the area.

We are actively consulting with the Logan Lake ATV Club, Logan Lake Community Forest (via Forsite), and the Kamloops Recreation District on the off-road vehicle recreational trail in the area, with safety as the top priority. Project design will consider maintaining the existing route or identifying safe alternative alignments to support continued access.

We will also collaborate with the Ministry of Forests to maintain shared access on Forest Service Roads and look to provide alternative routes if any road closures are required for the Project.

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Vegetation & Grasslands

We recognize there are concerns on how this Project may impact vegetation in the area.

Environmental studies have been underway since 2024 to understand existing site conditions, including surveys to identify grassland communities and any rare or sensitive species. These findings are guiding project design to avoid or minimize impacts wherever possible.

Where impacts cannot be avoided, mitigation measures will be developed to support soil stability and vegetation recovery.

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Community Forest

We recognize the Logan Lake Community Forest is important to the District of Logan Lake. The Project has been consulting with the Logan Lake Community Forest and we are committed to continuing this collaboration.

We are aligning Project plans with local management planning for the District of Logan Lake, including coordination on firebreak management. Potential effects on the Community Forest will be assessed, with any mitigation developed in close consultation with the Logan Lake Community Forest.

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Water

Protecting water quality as well as the ecological function of Guichon Creek and surrounding watershed are key considerations in Project planning and assessment.

Environmental studies and baseline data collection have been underway since 2024 to understand water conditions within the Project area and surrounding region, including fish, habitat, and water quality surveys in 2026. These studies will establish baseline conditions and help us to better understand how water moves through the proposed Project area, including seasonal variability and site-specific characteristics

Where potential impacts are identified, mitigation measures will be developed to avoid or minimize effects, informed by technical analysis as well as Indigenous and local knowledge.

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Construction

We acknowledge concerns related to construction-phase activities, including traffic volumes, safety, noise, and dust. The Project will develop a comprehensive access and Traffic Management Plan designed to minimize impacts to Logan Lake and surrounding community routes during construction.

We aim to minimize use of local roads by prioritizing safe, designated haul routes and managing construction traffic to reduce disruptions. Measures such as scheduling, speed controls, vehicle standards, and dust suppression will be implemented in line with regulations and best practices.

We will continue to engage with local authorities and the community to identify concerns and manage impacts throughout planning and construction.

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Grazing & Agriculture

Solar projects are often compatible with select agricultural co-use activities and opportunities for livestock grazing may also exist, although compatibility is generally limited to specific species, breeds, and site conditions.

We are committed to working with Grazing Licence holders to understand current grazing practices and explore collaboration opportunities.

We are exploring opportunities for compatible co-use, including grazing, where it is technically feasible and aligns with Project requirements and commitments to BC Hydro.

If suitable, vegetation within the Project area may also be harvested and provided as feed, subject to practicality and agreement.

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Decommissioning & End of Life

The Project will be decommissioned and reclaimed at the expense of the Project owner, in accordance with the BC Energy Renewable Energy Projects Regulation.

The Project will be decommissioned to ensure the site is not left with infrastructure, waste, or long-term liabilities, with financial assurance mechanisms, where required by the regulator. Solar panels have low failure rates over the life of the Project, and any damaged or end-of-life materials will be managed through established recycling and disposal processes.

Overall, the Project is designed to minimize waste and ensure responsible material management throughout its full lifecycle, including at decommissioning.

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Open House & Engagement Summary

Public Open House #3

The m.ah a temEEwuh Solar project is in the first phase of the Environmental Assessment Process, called Early Engagement. As part of this process, the Project hosted an in-person open house on March 31, 2026 and an Online virtual information session on April 7, 2026. Learn more about the Environmental Assessment Process and related engagement here.

If you missed this event, you can find the materials shared under the ‘Additional Resources’ section below.

Public Open House #2

On October 23, 2025 we hosted our second open house for the m.ah a temEEwuh Solar Project at the Logan Lake Recreation Centre. This open house provided an opportunity for the community to learn more about the project, share feedback, and meet our project team.

If you missed this event, you can find the materials shared under the ‘Additional Resources’ section below.

Public Open House #1

On August 14, 2024 we hosted an open house at the Logan Lake Recreation Centre for the community to learn more about the m.ah a temEEwuh Solar Project and share their feedback. Materials shared at this meeting can be found in the ‘Additional Resources’ section below.

Project Infrastructure

The proposed project consists of main development components, including: a solar photovoltaic panel array, an electrical substation, upgrades to existing site access roads, perimeter fencing and approximately 1.5 kilometer of new transmission line, with an interconnection point to the existing 138kV BC Hydro transmission line 1L203.