Overview
Umbata Falls is a 23 MW hydroelectric power plant in Ontario, Canada, operated by Umbata Falls LP. It generates renewable electricity from water flow.
Umbata Falls is a hydroelectric power plant located in Ontario, Canada, with a generating capacity of 23 megawatts (MW). The facility is owned and operated by Umbata Falls LP and is currently in operational status. As a run-of-river or reservoir-based hydro plant, it contributes to Canada's clean 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 provincial water management laws. Its relatively small capacity classifies it as a small-scale hydro facility, typical for remote or community-based projects. The plant provides renewable electricity to the local grid, supporting regional energy needs without direct emissions. Its operation relies on consistent water flow from the surrounding watershed, and it plays a role in reducing reliance on fossil fuels in Ontario's power generation sector.
Environmental context
As a hydroelectric plant, Umbata Falls has a low carbon footprint but may affect local aquatic ecosystems through altered water flow and habitat changes. Its location in a forested region of Ontario means it operates in an area with significant biodiversity. The facility's small capacity minimizes large-scale environmental disruption, though careful water management is needed to maintain ecological balance.
Frequently asked questions
Umbata Falls is located in Ontario, Canada, at coordinates 48.5358 N, -86.1442 W.
Umbata Falls has a generating capacity of 23 megawatts (MW), classifying it as a small-scale hydroelectric plant.
Umbata Falls is owned and operated by Umbata Falls LP.
Hydroelectric plants in Canada are regulated under the Canadian Environmental Protection Act and provincial water management laws, ensuring sustainable water use and environmental protection.
Hydroelectric power generates electricity without direct greenhouse gas emissions, reducing reliance on fossil fuels and supporting renewable energy targets.