Overview
Ramore is an operational 8 MW solar PV facility in Ontario, Canada, owned by New Ospvf 11 LP. It contributes to the province's renewable energy capacity under the Green Energy Act framework.
Ramore is a solar photovoltaic (PV) power plant located in Ontario, Canada, with an installed capacity of 8 megawatts (MW). The facility is owned by New Ospvf 11 LP and is currently operational, adding to the province's growing portfolio of renewable energy assets. As a medium-scale solar installation, it supports Ontario's transition toward cleaner electricity generation. The plant utilizes solar PV technology to convert sunlight directly into electricity, a mature and widely deployed renewable energy technology. Ontario's renewable energy sector has been shaped by policies such as the Green Energy and Green Economy Act, which introduced feed-in tariffs and renewable energy standards. The 8 MW capacity places Ramore in the small-to-medium scale category for utility solar projects in Canada, where large installations can exceed 100 MW. Environmentally, Ramore contributes to reducing greenhouse gas emissions by displacing fossil-fuel-based electricity. Solar PV systems have minimal operational emissions and low water consumption. The facility's location in northern Ontario benefits from adequate solar insolation, though seasonal variations affect output. Grid integration of solar power is supported by Ontario's Independent Electricity System Operator, which manages variable renewable generation.
Environmental context
The Ramore solar PV facility is situated in a region of Ontario characterized by mixed forest and rural land use. Solar farms require significant land area, which can lead to habitat fragmentation and changes in local land cover. However, the site's location avoids sensitive ecological areas. The facility's operation produces no air pollutants or greenhouse gases during electricity generation, contributing to Canada's climate goals under the Pan-Canadian Framework on Clean Growth and Climate Change.
Frequently asked questions
The Ramore solar PV plant is located in Ontario, Canada, near the town of Ramore. Its coordinates are approximately 48.44° N, -80.33° W.
The Ramore solar facility has an installed capacity of 8 megawatts (MW), making it a medium-scale solar PV installation.
The Ramore solar plant is owned by New Ospvf 11 LP, a limited partnership involved in renewable energy investments.
Ontario's renewable energy sector is supported by the Green Energy and Green Economy Act, which introduced feed-in tariffs and renewable energy standards. The province also participates in Canada's national climate goals.
Solar PV technology generates electricity without emitting greenhouse gases or air pollutants during operation. It also has low water consumption compared to conventional power plants, contributing to climate change mitigation and resource conservation.