Cavalier is a 120 MW gas-fired power plant located in Alberta, Canada, operated by Encana. The commissioning year is not specified, but it contributes to the overall natural gas generation in the region. It ranks as the 56th largest gas plant in Canada. With a capacity of 120 MW, it represents 0.41% of the country's total gas capacity of 29,357 MW. Canada has 99 gas plants with a combined capacity of 29,357 MW. When compared to the largest gas plant in Canada, Lennox Generating Station at 2,140 MW, Cavalier is approximately 5.6% the size. Natural gas is an essential component of Canada's energy landscape, providing around 30% of the nation's electricity. Alberta's geography is favorable for gas extraction, ensuring a steady supply for power generation. The plant is located roughly 70 km southeast of Calgary.
Canada, North America
- 263. largest of 1,334 plants in Canada
- #9,242 worldwide by installed capacity
- #3,112 of 5,146 Natural Gas plants worldwide
- 0.06% of the installed capacity of Canada
Encana operates 1 plants totalling 120 MW
14 plants within 100 km, 2,862 MW combined
Source: Natural Resources Canada
Location
Estimates based on Gas emission factor (490 g CO₂/kWh) and capacity factor (45%). Actual emissions may vary based on operating conditions, efficiency, and fuel quality.
Technical Details
- Primary Fuel Type
- Gas
- Energy Source
- Non-Renewable
- Country
Canada- Continent
- North America
- Data Source
- Global Power Plant Database
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