Canada

North Battleford — 260 MW Natural Gas

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North Battleford is a 260 MW gas power plant located in Canada. View location, capacity, and technical details.

Capacity
260 MW

Installed

Commissioned
2001

Year online

Owner
Saskatchewan Power Corp

Operator

Location
52.68, -108.17

Coordinates

Insights

#140
largest in %s
#2,404
largest %s worldwide
#6,549
largest worldwide
2001
%d yrs newer than avg
15
operated by %s
7
plants within 100 km

Technical Details

Fuel Type
Natural Gas
Capacity
260 MW
Commissioned
2001
Status
Operational
Owner
Saskatchewan Power Corp
Country
Canada
Coordinates
52.683, -108.172

Estimated Carbon Footprint

Annual CO₂
502,211 t

tonnes / year

Lifetime CO₂
15.1M t

over ~%d yrs

Intensity
490 g

gCO₂ per kWh

Annual emissions equal to

109,176
cars / year
66,961
homes / year
22.8M
trees to offset

Indicative estimate from standard life-cycle emission and capacity factors — not a measured figure. Open calculator

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About this plant

North Battleford is a critical gas-fired power generation facility located in Canada, known for its essential role in the regional energy mix. With a capacity of 260 MW, this power plant utilizes natural gas technology to produce electricity efficiently, providing a reliable source of power to the local grid. Situated at coordinates 52.6832, -108.1715, North Battleford operates under the management of Saskatchewan Power Corp, which is dedicated to ensuring energy security and sustainability in the province. The facility is strategically important as it supports local industries and residential needs while contributing to Saskatchewan’s commitment to reducing greenhouse gas emissions. Natural gas power plants like North Battleford are often seen as transitional solutions in the shift towards cleaner energy sources, allowing for a dependable supply of electricity while renewable energy capacity continues to expand. The operational context of North Battleford aligns with Canada’s broader energy policies focused on balancing energy demand, environmental concerns, and the economic viability of power generation.

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