Toronto: Four Ontario Power Generation hydroelectric stations have been recognized for excellent performance, including Alexander Generating Station, awarded the Overall Best Performer for 2015, by Navigant Consulting.
Located on the Nipigon River approximately 16 km northwest of the Township of Nipigon, Alexander Generating Station produces enough electricity each year to power about 40,000 homes. It has been in operation since 1930. In addition, OPG’s Caribou Falls Generating Station northwest of Kenora on the English River was recognized as the best performer amongst small, high use stations. Des Joachims Generating Station northwest of Pembroke on the Ottawa River was noted as one of the best performers for medium size, high use stations. Sir Adam Beck No. 2 Generating Station in Niagara Falls was recognized as one of the best performers among large stations.
“This international award recognizes hydro plants for excellence in operations and maintenance cost, plus availability and reliability performance,” said Dale Probasco, managing director of Navigant. “This is a significant achievement and I want to congratulate OPG.”