Kirkland G1-G5 is a 122 MW gas-fired power plant located in Quebec, Canada. The facility generates electricity using natural gas, contributing to the province's energy production. It is ranked as the 53rd largest gas plant in Canada. With a capacity of 122 MW, it represents 0.42% of Canada's total gas capacity of 29,357 MW. Canada has 99 gas plants with a combined capacity of 29,357 MW. Compared to the largest gas plant in Canada, Lennox Generating Station at 2,140 MW, Kirkland G1-G5 is approximately 1/18th its size. Natural gas is a significant component of Quebec's energy landscape, accounting for about 20% of the province's electricity generation. The transition to gas is part of Quebec's efforts to diversify its energy sources. The plant is located roughly 400 km north of Montreal.
Canada, North America
- 258. largest of 1,334 plants in Canada
- #9,191 worldwide by installed capacity
- #3,088 of 5,146 Natural Gas plants worldwide
- 0.06% of the installed capacity of Canada
Kirkland Lake Gold operates 1 plants totalling 122 MW
13 plants within 100 km, 526 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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