Overview
Grand Bend is an operational onshore wind farm in Ontario, Canada, with a capacity of 99.3 MW. It contributes to the province's renewable energy portfolio under the Green Energy Act.
Grand Bend is an operational onshore wind farm located in Ontario, Canada, with a capacity of 99.3 MW. The facility is owned by Grand Bend Wind LP and is part of the province's growing renewable energy sector. Ontario has been a leader in wind energy development, supported by policies such as the Green Energy and Green Economy Act. The wind farm utilizes modern wind turbine technology to convert wind energy into electricity. With a capacity of 99.3 MW, it falls into the medium-to-large scale category for onshore wind farms in Canada. The facility operates under Ontario's regulatory framework, which includes the Renewable Energy Approval process and the province's Long-Term Energy Plan, aiming to increase renewable energy generation. Grand Bend plays a role in supplying clean electricity to the Ontario grid, helping to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and support the province's climate goals. The wind farm's location in southwestern Ontario benefits from consistent wind resources, making it a valuable asset for renewable energy generation in the region.
Environmental context
The Grand Bend wind farm is situated in an agricultural region of southwestern Ontario, where land use is primarily for farming. Wind farms in such areas can have visual impacts on the landscape and may affect local bird and bat populations. However, proper siting and mitigation measures, such as turbine setbacks and operational curtailments during migration periods, help minimize ecological disruption. The facility contributes to reducing reliance on fossil fuels, supporting Canada's commitment to clean energy.
Frequently asked questions
Grand Bend is an onshore wind farm located in Ontario, Canada, near the shores of Lake Huron.
The Grand Bend wind farm has a capacity of 99.3 megawatts (MW), making it a medium-to-large scale wind facility.
The Grand Bend wind farm is owned by Grand Bend Wind LP.
Wind farms in Ontario operate under the Green Energy and Green Economy Act, which includes the Renewable Energy Approval process and the province's Long-Term Energy Plan.
By generating clean electricity, Grand Bend helps reduce greenhouse gas emissions and supports Canada's goal of achieving net-zero emissions by 2050.