Overview
Waterloo LFG is a 4.6 MW biomass power plant in Ontario, Canada. It converts landfill gas into electricity, supporting local renewable energy generation.
Waterloo LFG is a biomass power plant located in Ontario, Canada, with a capacity of 4.6 megawatts. The facility operates on landfill gas, a renewable energy source derived from decomposing organic waste. As a small-scale power generation unit, it contributes to the region's diversified energy mix. The plant operates under Canada's federal and provincial environmental regulations, which include emission standards for biomass facilities. In Ontario, biomass power plants are subject to the Environmental Protection Act and the Ontario Regulation 419/05 for air quality. The use of landfill gas as fuel helps reduce methane emissions from landfills while generating electricity. Waterloo LFG plays a role in local waste management and renewable energy production. By capturing and utilizing landfill gas, the facility mitigates greenhouse gas emissions and provides a sustainable energy source for the community. Its operational status ensures continued contribution to Ontario's renewable energy targets.
Environmental context
The plant uses landfill gas, a renewable fuel that reduces methane emissions from waste decomposition. Located in Ontario, the facility operates in a region with stringent air quality regulations. Its small capacity minimizes local environmental impact, while the use of biomass supports Canada's goals for clean energy and waste reduction.
Frequently asked questions
Waterloo LFG is located in Ontario, Canada, at coordinates 43.4375, -80.5801.
Waterloo LFG uses biomass fuel, specifically landfill gas, to generate electricity.
Waterloo LFG has a capacity of 4.6 megawatts, making it a small-scale power plant.
Biomass power plants in Canada must comply with federal and provincial regulations, including the Canadian Environmental Protection Act and Ontario's Environmental Protection Act, which set emission limits for air pollutants.
Landfill gas power generation captures methane from waste decomposition, reducing greenhouse gas emissions, and converts it into electricity, providing a renewable energy source.