Overview
Midhurst 2 is a 3.5 MW solar PV facility in Ontario, Canada, owned by Met Fiera Solar Midhurst 2 LP. It contributes to the province's renewable energy capacity under the Green Energy Act.
Midhurst 2 is a solar photovoltaic (PV) power plant located in Midhurst, Ontario, Canada. With a capacity of 3.5 megawatts (MW), it is a small-scale solar installation that feeds clean electricity into the provincial grid. The facility is owned by Met Fiera Solar Midhurst 2 LP and is currently operational. The plant operates under Ontario's regulatory framework, which includes the Green Energy and Green Economy Act and the province's Renewable Energy Standard Offer Program. These policies have supported the growth of solar PV in the region, with many projects of similar scale contributing to Ontario's renewable energy mix. Solar PV technology converts sunlight directly into electricity, and the facility's capacity is typical for community or commercial solar installations in Canada. Midhurst 2 plays a role in reducing greenhouse gas emissions and supporting Ontario's transition to a low-carbon energy system. Solar PV plants like this one help diversify the energy supply and reduce reliance on fossil fuels. The facility's location in a rural area minimizes land-use conflicts, and its operation aligns with provincial goals for renewable energy adoption.
Environmental context
The Midhurst area in Ontario has a temperate climate with moderate solar insolation, suitable for solar PV generation. The facility's location on previously developed or agricultural land minimizes impact on natural habitats. Solar PV installations have low operational emissions and do not produce air or water pollutants. However, land use and visual impacts are considerations for local communities. The plant contributes to reducing regional carbon emissions and supports Ontario's renewable energy targets.
Frequently asked questions
Midhurst 2 is located in Midhurst, Ontario, Canada, at coordinates 44.5392 N, -79.7650 W.
Midhurst 2 has a capacity of 3.5 megawatts (MW), making it a small-scale solar PV facility.
Midhurst 2 is owned by Met Fiera Solar Midhurst 2 LP.
Solar PV in Ontario is supported by the Green Energy and Green Economy Act and the Renewable Energy Standard Offer Program, which provide feed-in tariffs and incentives for renewable energy projects.
Midhurst 2 contributes to Canada's goal of achieving 90% non-emitting electricity by 2030 by generating clean solar power and reducing reliance on fossil fuels.