Overview
St. Lawrence is an operational onshore wind farm in Canada with a capacity of 27 MW, contributing to the country's renewable energy portfolio.
St. Lawrence is an onshore wind farm located in Canada, operating with a capacity of 27 MW. As a wind energy facility, it plays a role in the country's transition to cleaner power sources, aligning with federal and provincial renewable energy targets. The facility operates under Canada's regulatory framework, which includes provincial renewable portfolio standards and federal incentives for wind energy. With a capacity of 27 MW, it falls within the small-to-medium scale for wind farms, typical for projects serving local grids or communities. St. Lawrence contributes to reducing greenhouse gas emissions by displacing fossil fuel-based electricity. Its location in a region with favorable wind conditions supports consistent energy generation, aiding grid stability and local energy independence.
Environmental context
Wind farms like St. Lawrence can have visual impacts on landscapes and may affect local bird and bat populations through collisions. However, proper siting and mitigation measures help minimize these effects. The facility's operation supports Canada's goals for renewable energy expansion and climate change mitigation.
Frequently asked questions
St. Lawrence is an onshore wind farm located in Canada, with coordinates approximately 46.95° N, -55.43° W.
St. Lawrence wind farm has a capacity of 27 MW, making it a small-to-medium scale wind energy facility.
The operator of St. It is an operational facility contributing to Canada's renewable energy supply.
Wind energy in Canada is supported by provincial renewable portfolio standards and federal incentives, such as the Clean Energy Tax Credit under the Inflation Reduction Act equivalent, and various provincial feed-in tariffs.
Wind farms like St. Lawrence can have visual and ecological impacts, including potential bird and bat collisions. However, environmental assessments and mitigation measures are typically required to minimize these effects.