Overview
Rapides-des-Cèdres is a 9.3 MW hydroelectric power plant in Quebec, Canada, operated by Énergie La Lièvre SEC. It generates renewable electricity from hydropower.
Rapides-des-Cèdres is a hydroelectric power plant located in Quebec, Canada, with a capacity of 9.3 MW. The facility is owned and operated by Énergie La Lièvre SEC and is currently operational. As a small-scale hydroelectric plant, it contributes to Canada's renewable energy mix. Hydroelectric power is a well-established technology in Canada, which has abundant water resources. The plant operates under federal and provincial regulations, including the Canadian Environmental Protection Act and Quebec's water management policies. Small hydro plants like this one typically use run-of-river or reservoir-based systems with minimal emissions. The plant provides clean electricity to the local grid, supporting regional energy needs without direct CO2 emissions. Its small capacity makes it suitable for local distribution, reducing transmission losses. The facility plays a role in Canada's transition to low-carbon power generation.
Environmental context
Hydroelectric power has a low carbon footprint but can affect local aquatic ecosystems. The plant's small capacity (9.3 MW) suggests minimal environmental impact compared to large dams. Quebec's strict environmental regulations ensure proper water management and fish passage measures.
Frequently asked questions
Rapides-des-Cèdres is a hydroelectric power plant located in Quebec, Canada, at coordinates 46.1009 N, -75.6480 W.
The plant has a capacity of 9.3 megawatts (MW), making it a small-scale hydroelectric facility.
The plant is owned and operated by Énergie La Lièvre SEC.
Hydroelectric plants in Canada must comply with the Canadian Environmental Protection Act and provincial water management laws. Quebec also enforces strict environmental assessments for water use and fish habitat protection.
As a hydroelectric plant, it generates electricity without direct CO2 emissions, supporting Canada's renewable energy goals and reducing reliance on fossil fuels.