Project information
The Independent Electricity System Operator (IESO) advised Lennox Solar LP that its proposal was not selected for a Large Renewable Procurement (LRP I) contract.
SunEdison Canadian Construction LP and Ontario Power Generation (OPG) had proposed to design, build and operate up to 40 megawatt (MW) Solar Energy Project at the existing OPG Lennox Generating Station (GS) site, and additional land it owns in the Town of Greater Napanee, Ontario. We remain committed to developing renewable generation and may participate in subsequent phase(s) of the LRP, expected to be initiated in 2016.
The Lennox Generating Station is located on Lake Ontario adjacent to the corner of Loyalist Parkway (Hwy 33) and Hwy 21. Solar Panels are proposed to be located within six area (which are approximately 81 hectares/ 200 acres in total size. OPG is the owner of these lands.
Solar power captures the sun’s energy to generate electricity. Photovoltaic (PV) panels generate no greenhouse gas emissions, pollutants or noise.
Project activities
The key activities related to the Lennox Solar Project include:
- Construction: Planned to commence in 2017 and last for approximately two years. General construction activities include site preparation, solar panel installation, and electrical collection system and connection.
- Operation: Projected to commence in 2018-2019 based on current schedule and operate for a 20-year period (with proper maintenance, project could continue to operate for an additional 10 or more years). Equipment will be monitored remotely and qualified personnel will be available to complete regular preventative maintenance work.
- Decommissioning: Process involves the removal of all Project components and restoring the land to an acceptable condition for its future use. Decommissioning activities include removal of scrap metal and cabling for recycling, removal and disposal of non-recyclable material to approved disposal sites, removal of industrial waste to be categorized and disposed of in compliance with regulatory requirements and restoring the Project Location for future land uses.
Project components
Major equipment and infrastructure associated with the Lennox Solar Project are described below. Note that all electrical equipment will meet Electrical Safety Authority and Ontario Electrical Safety Code requirements. The Project components include:
- Arrays of solar photovoltaic (PV) panels with the cumulative capacity to generate up to 40 MW power, mounted to racking and anchored to the ground or foundations;
- Electrical inverters to convert DC electricity generated by the solar panels to AC;
- Intermediate step-up transformers, which will be connected to a main transformer prior to interconnection to the provincial grid;
- Electrical cables to connect all the panels and inverters and transformers;
- Site drainage and access roads;
- Weather stations;
- Enclosures for electrical equipment (e-houses);
- Security fencing around the Project Site; and
- During construction, temporary construction laydown area and facilities (e.g., office trailers, portable toilets, etc.).
Large Renewable Procurement (LRP)
The Lennox Solar Project was submitted into the Independent Electricity System Operator (IESO) Large Renewable Procurement (LRP) I request for proposal process. The IESO has advised that the proposal was not selected for an LRP I contract.
Potential environmental effects
We are committed to studying and mitigating potential environmental effects of constructing, operating and decommissioning a solar facility. We welcomes any comments, questions or concerns regarding potential environmental effects. As part of our environmental commitment, the following studies will be completed:
- Cultural Heritage and Archeological Assessments: There are no known heritage sites on the Project Site, but a cultural heritage and archaeological assessment will be carried out in accordance with the Ontario Heritage Act.
- Natural Heritage Assessment: There are no areas of natural and scientific interest, provincial parks or conservation areas located within 50 metres of the Project Location. If our studies confirm any natural features within 120 metres of the Project Location an Environmental Impact Study may be required.
- Water Body Assessment: We will identify potential surface water features and assess any negative environmental effects of the project on the water bodies.
- Screening of Potential Environmental Effects: We will study potential environmental effects, including air, odour and dust emissions, noise emissions; sewage and stormwater management concerns; local interests, land use, resources and infrastructure; public health and safety; wetlands and woodlands; and water bodies.
Site consideration information | Map location |
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Site location and extent of property | Posted May 7; has been amended to reflect partnership between OPG and SunEdison in addition to delineation of the Napanee Generating Station Boundary. |
Proposed connection lines and points | Posted May 7; has been amended to reflect partnership between OPG and SunEdison. |
Proposed location of Key features of the project | Posted May 7; has been amended to reflect partnership between OPG and SunEdison. |
Municipal boundaries | Posted May 7; has been amended to reflect partnership between OPG and SunEdison in addition to delineation of the Napanee Generating Station Boundary. |
Boundaries of First Nations Land on which site or connection line is to be located | The project and proposed connection line does not affect boundaries of First Nations Land. |
Boundaries of geographic township in which project is located | Posted May 7; has been amended to reflect partnership between OPG and SunEdison in addition to delineation of the Napanee Generating Station Boundary. |
Highways (as defined by Highway Traffic Act) within 5 km of the project site | Posted May 7; has been amended to reflect partnership between OPG and SunEdison in addition to delineation of the Napanee Generating Station Boundary. |
Railways within 5 km of project site | Posted May 7; has been amended to reflect partnership between OPG and SunEdison in addition to delineation of the Napanee Generating Station Boundary. |
National park, provincial park, and or conservation reserves located within 120 metres of site or proposed connection line | None of these features are located within 120 m of the site or proposed connection line. |
Any airports, aerodromes and weather radar within 5km of the site or the proposed connection line | None of these features are located within 120 m of the site or proposed connection line. |
Property boundaries for each site on which project and proposed connection line are situated and all properties abutting these properties | Posted May 7; has been amended to reflect partnership between OPG and SunEdison in addition to delineation of the Napanee Generating Station Boundary. |
Any permanent known water body located within 120 m of the site and proposed connection line | Posted May 7; has been amended to reflect partnership between OPG and SunEdison in addition to delineation of the Napanee Generating Station Boundary. |
If project is to utilize on-shore wind | Not applicable |
If project is to be located on crown lands | Not applicable |
If project and proposed connection line is to be located within:
| Posted May 7; has been amended to reflect partnership between OPG and SunEdison in addition to delineation of the Napanee Generating Station Boundary. |
Note: Information for Site Considerations Mapping is from the following electronic sources:
- World Topographic Map hosted by ESRI, including boundaries, cities, water features, physiographic features, parks, landmarks, transportation, and buildings.
- Land Information Ontario open database, as provided by the Ontario Ministry of Natural Resources and Forestry.
- Geowarehouse – Title Search Ontario and Land Titles.
Heritage Resource locations were provided by municipal, provincial and federal heritage planners with jurisdiction over the Project Property Boundaries. The Large Renewable Energy Project and proposed Connection line are not located within or Abutting a recognized heritage resource.
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