Little Long hydropower plant overhaul and upgrade project, Canada

1st September 2017 By: Sheila Barradas - Creamer Media Research Coordinator & Senior Deputy Editor

Little Long hydropower plant overhaul and upgrade project, Canada

Name of the Project
Little Long hydropower plant overhaul and upgrade project.

Location
Ontario, Canada.

Client
Ontario Power.

Project Description
The project entails the major overhaul and upgrade of units 1 and 2 of the 205 MW Little Long hydropower plant, which is equipped with two 65 MW units and one 75 MW unit.

This includes the replacement of the units’ switchgears and electrical components, as well as the supply and installation of a new head gate for Unit 1. The project will increase the plant’s capacity from 205 MW to 219 MW.

Jobs to be Created
Not stated.

Value
Not stated.

Duration
Not stated.

Latest Developments
GE Renewable Energy has won a contract to conduct the major overhaul and upgrade of the power plant.

Key Contracts and Suppliers
GE Renewable Energy (overhaul and upgrade contract).

On Budget and on Time?
Not stated.

Contact Details for Project Information
Ontario Power, tel +1 416 592 2555 or email media@opg.com.