Overview
Bisnett Line is an operational onshore wind farm in Ontario, Canada, with a capacity of 9 MW. Owned by Gengrowth, it contributes to the region's renewable energy portfolio.
Bisnett Line is an operational onshore wind farm located in Ontario, Canada, with a capacity of 9 MW. The facility is owned by Gengrowth and contributes to the province's renewable energy generation. As a small-scale wind farm, it supports local clean energy targets. The facility operates under Ontario's regulatory framework, which includes the Green Energy Act and the province's Long-Term Energy Plan. These policies promote renewable energy development and grid integration. Typical onshore wind farms in Canada range from small community projects to large utility-scale installations, with Bisnett Line representing a smaller-scale contribution. Bisnett Line plays a role in diversifying Ontario's energy mix and reducing greenhouse gas emissions. Wind energy in Canada benefits from federal and provincial incentives, including the Clean Fuel Standard and carbon pricing. The facility's location in a rural area minimizes land-use conflicts while supporting local energy needs.
Environmental context
The facility is situated in a rural area of Ontario, where wind resources are favorable for energy generation. Onshore wind farms like Bisnett Line can have visual impacts on the landscape and may affect local bird and bat populations. However, proper siting and mitigation measures help reduce these effects. The project supports Canada's transition to low-carbon energy.
Frequently asked questions
Bisnett Line is located in Ontario, Canada, at coordinates 42.2787 N, -81.9917 W.
Bisnett Line has a capacity of 9 megawatts (MW), making it a small-scale onshore wind farm.
Bisnett Line is owned by Gengrowth, a company involved in renewable energy development.
Ontario's wind energy is supported by the Green Energy Act and the Long-Term Energy Plan, which set targets for renewable energy and provide grid access.
Bisnett Line adds 9 MW of clean wind power to Ontario's grid, helping Canada meet its target of 90% non-emitting electricity by 2030.