Overview
Sunningdale 1 is a 7 MW solar PV facility in Ontario, Canada, owned by Re Sunningdale LP. The plant contributes to Canada's renewable energy capacity under provincial and federal clean energy targets.
Sunningdale 1 is a solar photovoltaic (PV) power plant located in Ontario, Canada, with a capacity of 7 megawatts (MW). The facility is owned by Re Sunningdale LP and is currently operational. As a medium-scale solar installation, it supports the region's transition to renewable energy sources. The plant operates under Canada's regulatory framework, which includes federal incentives such as the Clean Energy Tax Credits under the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) equivalent, and Ontario's Renewable Energy Standard (RES) that targets 100% clean electricity by 2035. Solar PV technology in Ontario benefits from net metering and feed-in tariff programs, though the specific offtake arrangement for Sunningdale 1 is not detailed. Environmentally, the facility generates electricity without direct emissions, displacing fossil fuel generation. Its location in southern Ontario, a region with moderate solar irradiance, allows for consistent energy production. The plant's output contributes to grid stability and supports local clean energy goals, aligning with Canada's commitment to net-zero emissions by 2050.
Environmental context
The facility is situated in Ontario, a province with a diverse energy mix that includes hydro, nuclear, and renewables. Solar PV installations like Sunningdale 1 help reduce greenhouse gas emissions and air pollutants. The land use for solar farms can impact local ecosystems, but proper siting and management minimize disruption. Ontario's renewable energy policies encourage such developments to meet growing electricity demand sustainably.
Frequently asked questions
Sunningdale 1 is located in Ontario, Canada, at coordinates 43.0711 N, -81.1582 W.
Sunningdale 1 has a capacity of 7 megawatts (MW), making it a medium-scale solar PV facility.
Sunningdale 1 is owned by Re Sunningdale LP.
Solar PV in Canada benefits from federal Clean Energy Tax Credits and provincial renewable energy standards, such as Ontario's Renewable Energy Standard targeting 100% clean electricity by 2035.
By generating electricity from solar energy, Sunningdale 1 reduces reliance on fossil fuels, lowering greenhouse gas emissions and supporting Canada's net-zero emissions target.