Replacing the existing century-old unit makes economic sense and is a cost effective way of adding clean renewable generation to Ontario's electricity mix.
"We're proud of our role as stewards of heritage assets," said Mike Martelli, OPG's President Renewable Generation and Power Marketing. "Ranney Falls is the next in a long line of OPG hydroelectric stations to be refurbished and upgraded. Electricity customers will benefit from this investment for generations."
"The Ranney Falls Generating Station is continuing its century's old legacy of hydroelectric excellence," said Lou Rinaldi, MPP for Northumberland—Quinte West. "This new generator will breathe new life and double its generating capacity. We are committed to maximizing our hydroelectric resources across the province and announcement is an excellent example of that plan."
OPG's Ranney Falls Generating Station was built in 1922 by OPG's predecessor, The Hydroelectric Power Commission of Ontario, and it has provided clean renewable electricity for almost a century.
