East Strathmore Solar Project – OEC Renewables Inc. Community Benefit Grant Funding

In 2022, the East Strathmore Solar Project/Elemental Energy (Now OEC Renewables Inc.) entered into an agreement with Wheatland County to establish a Community Benefit Contribution Program that would allocate a maximum of $10,000 annually to be distributed through an open application process to community organizations.

Open Allocation (maximum of $10,000 annually):

Funding through the Community Benefit Program is available to Wheatland County based groups/organizations for projects or events that enhance and enrich our community in one of more of the following categories:

• Environmental Enhancement – projects, events or initiatives that improve environment quality, reduce environmental degradation, or increase community awareness of environment issues.
• Social Welfare – projects, events or initiatives that provide support to at-risk groups or individuals within the community.
• Arts and Culture – projects, events or initiatives that celebrate local artists or culture or provide opportunities for groups or individuals to experience or create art.
• Health and Wellness – projects, events or initiatives that promote healthy lifestyles and choices and general community wellness.
• Education & Science – projects, events or initiatives that support learning and use of technology and innovation to improve the community.
• Emergency Relief – projects, events or initiatives that support individuals or businesses to adapt or recover from emergency situations.