We are repowering Genesee 1 & 2 to natural gas combined cycle (NGCC) generation units from coal-fired units. Located entirely within the footprint of the existing Genesee Generating Station, the repowering project involves installing two new Mitsubishi M501JAC gas-fired combustion turbines and Vogt triple-pressure heat recovery steam generators, while utilizing the unit’s existing steam turbine generators.
The two repowered units will provide an additional 512 megawatts (MW) of net capacity totaling 1,332 MW. The repowered assets will utilize best-in-class NGCC technology and are expected to set a new standard for gas generation efficiency in Canada.
| Current G1/2 combined |
Repowering G1/2 combined |
Total G1/2 |
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| Net Capacity | 820MW | 512MW | 1,332MW |
Construction activity began in 2021 and is anticipated to create ~900 people years of construction work with a peak forecast of ~500 workers.
Genesee 1 & 2 are both scheduled to become dedicated NGCC units in 2024. Both units achieved simple cycle commissioning in summer 2024, resulting in the facility being 100% natural gas-fueled and off coal over 5 years ahead of the Alberta government. The project continues to progress with combined cycle commercial operations expected in Q4 2024, which will result in 512 MW of additional net high efficiency, low heat rate capacity from the site.
Quick Facts
- Additional 512 MW of net capacity
- Carbon capture ready
- Best-in-class NGCC technology making Genesee 1 & 2 the most efficient NGCC units in Canada
- Providing reliable and cost-effective energy while contributing to a 40% reduction in emissions from the Genesee site
- ~60% decrease in carbon emissions intensity from ~0.93 tonnes of CO2e per MWh when burning coal to 0.36 tonnes CO2e per MWh
- Over 80% decrease in NOx emissions intensity
- At least 50% water usage reduction for the repowered units
Consultation and Engagement
We value and consider local community interests and priorities. We engage government, employees, local communities, investors, stakeholders, and Indigenous communities. Our goal for every project, every facility and every initiative, internal and external, is to build, operate, and align with the interests and priorities of those closest to, and most impacted by, our operations. Please reach out to us anytime with your questions or comments about the project by:
Telephone: 1-855-703-5005
Email: [email protected]
Mail:
Genesee Repowering Project
C/O Stakeholder Engagement
Capital Power
10th Floor EPCOR Tower
10423 101 Street NW
Edmonton, AB T5H 0E9