McMahon Cogeneration Plant— 120 MW Natural Gas
McMahon Cogeneration Plant is a 120 MW gas-fired power plant located in Canada. It operates as a cogeneration facility, utilizing natural gas to produce both electricity and thermal energy. This plant contributes to Canada's energy generation portfolio. Ranked as the 56th largest gas plant in Canada, it accounts for 0.41% of the country's total gas capacity of 29,357 MW. Canada has 99 gas plants with a combined capacity of nearly 29,000 MW. In comparison to the largest gas plant, Lennox Generating Station at 2,140 MW, McMahon is about 1/18th the size. Natural gas is an important part of Canada's energy mix, providing a flexible and cleaner alternative to coal. The country is increasingly integrating renewable sources, but gas remains vital for meeting peak demand and ensuring grid stability. The plant is located approximately 800 km northwest of Edmonton in the northern region of British Columbia.
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
5 plants within 100 km, 928 MW combined
Source: Wikidata
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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