Penn Energy - S. Glengarry St. Lawrence-1 Solar PV Facility, Ontario, Canada

Penn Energy - S. Glengarry St. Lawrence-1 is a solar photovoltaic (PV) facility located in Ontario, Canada, near the St. Lawrence River. With a capacity of 9.3 MW, it is a small-to-medium scale solar installation that supports the region's renewable energy portfolio. The facility is owned by South Glengarry Solar Farm Partnership and has been operational, contributing to the local grid. The facility operates under Ontario's regulatory framework, which includes the Green Energy Act and the province's Long-Term Energy Plan. Ontario has a history of supporting renewable energy through feed-in tariffs and competitive procurement processes. Solar PV technology in the region benefits from moderate solar irradiance and seasonal variations, with net metering and grid interconnection standards facilitating distributed generation. Environmentally, the facility displaces fossil fuel-based electricity, reducing greenhouse gas emissions and air pollutants. Solar farms in Ontario are typically sited on agricultural or marginal land, with considerations for land-use compatibility and visual impact. The project aligns with Canada's national target of achieving net-zero emissions by 2050 and contributes to local energy independence.

The facility is located in a rural area of eastern Ontario, characterized by agricultural land and proximity to the St. Lawrence River. Solar PV installations in this region typically involve ground-mounted panels on open fields, which can affect local land use and visual aesthetics. However, they provide clean energy without water consumption or air emissions. The site's location avoids sensitive habitats, and the moderate climate supports efficient solar generation.