Canada

K2 Wind — 270 MW Wind

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K2 Wind is a 270 MW wind power plant located in Canada. View location, capacity, and technical details.

Capacity
270 MW

Installed

Commissioned
2016

Year online

Owner
K2 Wind Ontario LP

Operator

Location
43.94, -81.64

Coordinates

Insights

#133
largest in Canada
#146
largest Wind worldwide
#6,419
largest worldwide
2016
4 yrs newer than avg
1
operated by K2 Wind Ontario…
27
plants within 100 km

Technical Details

Fuel Type
Wind
Capacity
270 MW
Commissioned
2016
Status
Operational
Owner
K2 Wind Ontario LP
Country
Canada
Coordinates
43.937, -81.640

Carbon Footprint

Annual CO₂
7,805 t

tonnes / year

Lifetime CO₂
195,129 t

over ~25 yrs

Intensity
11 g

Est. gCO2/kWh

Annual emissions equivalent to

1,697
cars per year
1,041
homes per year
354,780
trees to offset

Renewable source — life-cycle emissions only (materials/construction), no direct combustion. Open calculator

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About this plant

K2 Wind is a prominent wind power generation facility located in Canada, specifically at coordinates 43.9373, -81.6399. With a capacity of 270 MW, this power plant is a significant contributor to Canada’s push towards renewable energy sources, particularly in the wind energy sector. Wind power is increasingly recognized for its role in reducing reliance on fossil fuels and lowering greenhouse gas emissions, making K2 Wind an integral part of the national energy mix. The facility employs cutting-edge wind turbine technology, utilizing large onshore wind turbines that convert the kinetic energy of wind into electricity efficiently and sustainably. K2 Wind is operated by K2 Wind Ontario LP, which underscores the facility’s importance to the regional energy landscape, particularly in Ontario, where wind power is rapidly expanding. The strategic location of K2 Wind allows it to harness the region’s robust wind resources, thereby contributing substantially to the local grid. This facility’s operational context is aligned with Ontario’s energy policies, which aim to increase the share of renewable energy and promote sustainability in energy generation. As part of Ontario’s broader commitment to clean energy, K2 Wind not only supports local energy needs but also enhances energy security and stability in the region. The power plant stands as a symbol of innovation in renewable energy, demonstrating how wind power can effectively meet the growing energy demands while fostering environmental stewardship.

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