Overview
Liskeard 4 is a 10 MW solar PV facility in Ontario, Canada, owned by TransCanada Energy Ltd. It contributes to the province's renewable energy capacity under the Green Energy Act.
Liskeard 4 is a solar photovoltaic (PV) power plant located in Ontario, Canada, with a capacity of 10 megawatts (MW). Owned by TransCanada Energy Ltd, the facility is operational and contributes to the province's renewable energy portfolio. Ontario has a strong solar energy sector, supported by feed-in tariff programs and renewable energy targets. The plant uses solar PV technology to convert sunlight into electricity. With a capacity of 10 MW, it falls within the small-to-medium scale for utility solar installations. Ontario's regulatory framework, including the Green Energy and Green Economy Act, has historically provided incentives for solar development, though recent policy shifts have focused on competitive procurement. Environmentally, the facility helps reduce greenhouse gas emissions by displacing fossil fuel generation. Solar PV has minimal water usage and low operational emissions, though land use and visual impacts are considerations. The plant supports Ontario's goal of a cleaner electricity grid and energy independence.
Environmental context
Ontario's solar PV plants like Liskeard 4 operate in a region with moderate solar insolation. The environmental benefits include reduced air pollution and greenhouse gas emissions compared to coal or natural gas. Land use for solar farms can impact local ecosystems, but proper siting minimizes disruption. The facility contributes to Canada's target of 90% non-emitting electricity by 2030.
Frequently asked questions
Liskeard 4 is located in Ontario, Canada, near the town of Liskeard. Its coordinates are approximately 47.5049 N, -79.7115 W.
Liskeard 4 has a capacity of 10 megawatts (MW), making it a small-to-medium scale solar photovoltaic facility.
Liskeard 4 is owned by TransCanada Energy Ltd, a subsidiary of TC Energy, a major North American energy company.
Ontario's solar energy is supported by the Green Energy and Green Economy Act, which introduced feed-in tariffs and renewable energy targets. Recent policies focus on competitive procurement and grid integration.
Solar PV generates electricity without direct emissions, reducing reliance on fossil fuels. It has low water usage and minimal operational pollution, though land use and manufacturing impacts are considerations.