Mr. Bob Myles reports

LAFARGE CANADA INC. AND ATCO ANNOUNCE 12.5-YEAR SOLAR VIRTUAL POWER PURCHASE AGREEMENT

Lafarge Canada Inc., an industry leader in sustainable building solutions, and Atco Ltd., through its investment in Canadian Utilities Ltd., have entered into a 12.5-year virtual power purchase agreement (VPPA). Under this agreement, Lafarge's Exshaw cement plant will receive 100 per cent of the solar energy produced by the 38.5-megawatt Empress solar project, meeting 34 per cent of the plant's power requirements through 2036.

"We're continually assessing ways we can reduce our environmental impact while actively pursuing sustainable solutions within our operations," said Brad Kohl, president and chief executive officer of Lafarge Canada (West). "Our collaboration with Atco underscores our commitment to adopting renewable energy at our plants and sites, which is key to reducing our reliance on fossil fuels."

Lafarge's continued expansion into renewable energy in Alberta aligns with the company's broader strategy, accelerating green growth while emphasizing its continuing investments to lower the carbon footprint of its operations and scope 2 emissions. Notably, Lafarge's Exshaw cement plant has now committed to power purchase agreements for both wind and solar energy, setting an industry precedent.

"This agreement represents the strides we are making to support our customers in meeting their clean energy goals," said Bob Myles, chief operating officer, Atco EnPower. "We are proud to be at the forefront of the energy transition, and in a position to provide solutions to customers like Lafarge in reducing their carbon emissions."

Under the agreement, Lafarge will offtake 100 per cent of the power generated from the Empress solar project, which is scheduled to commence commercial operations in October, 2023, marking a step toward a greener, more sustainable energy landscape in Alberta. The Empress solar project is expected to generate enough renewable energy to offset approximately 43,000 tonnes of carbon per year. Once operational, the facility will further drive Atco's commitment to meeting its 2030 ESG (environmental, social and governance) target of owning, developing or managing over 1,000 MW (megawatts) of renewable energy.

About Canadian Utilities Ltd.

Canadian Utilities, and its subsidiary and affiliate companies, have approximately 8,000 employees and assets of $23-billion. Canadian Utilities, an Atco company, is a diversified global energy infrastructure corporation delivering essential services and innovative business solutions in utilities (electricity and natural gas transmission and distribution, and international operations); energy infrastructure (energy storage, energy generation, industrial water solutions and clean fuels); and retail energy (electricity and natural gas retail sales, and whole-home solutions).

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