Overview
Goreway is an 875 MW gas-fired power plant in Ontario, Canada, operated by Goreway Station Partnership. It plays a key role in the province's electricity grid.
Goreway is a natural gas-fired power generation facility located in Ontario, Canada, with a capacity of 875 megawatts. The plant is owned and operated by Goreway Station Partnership and is currently operational, contributing to the province's energy mix. The facility operates under Canada's federal and provincial environmental regulations, including the Canadian Environmental Protection Act and Ontario's emissions standards for nitrogen oxides and sulfur dioxide. As a gas-fired plant, it utilizes combined cycle technology, which offers higher efficiency and lower emissions compared to older coal-fired units. Goreway's location in southern Ontario places it near major population centers, supporting grid reliability and peak demand. The plant's modern technology and fuel choice align with Canada's transition to lower-carbon energy sources, reducing the environmental footprint relative to coal generation.
Environmental context
The plant's gas-fired technology produces lower CO2 emissions per megawatt-hour compared to coal, but still contributes to greenhouse gas emissions. Its proximity to urban areas in Ontario means local air quality considerations are relevant, though modern combined cycle plants employ advanced emission controls for NOx and SOx. The facility's 875 MW capacity places it in the large-scale category for gas plants in Canada.
Frequently asked questions
Goreway is located in Ontario, Canada, near the coordinates 43.7465° N, -79.6799° W.
Goreway is a natural gas-fired power plant, using gas as its primary fuel.
The Goreway plant has a capacity of 875 megawatts (MW), making it a large-scale gas power facility.
The plant is owned by Goreway Station Partnership. Ownership details are available.
Gas power plants in Canada must comply with the Canadian Environmental Protection Act and provincial regulations, including emission limits for nitrogen oxides and sulfur dioxide, as well as greenhouse gas reporting requirements.