The IESO Long-Term RFP
After more than a decade of strong supply, Ontario is entering a period of emerging electricity system needs, driven by increased demand, the retirement of the Pickering nuclear plant, the refurbishment of other nuclear generating units, as well as expiring contracts with other generation facilities. In response to these system-wide reliability needs, the IESO has launched the long-term request for proposals (the “LT1 RFP”), which aims to acquire capacity services from New Build and expansions to existing electricity resources starting in 2025.
The IESO is seeking to competitively procure approximately 3,700 MW of year-round electricity reliability services from New Build Electricity resources through the LT1 RFP, measured on an effective capacity basis. Of this 3,700 MW, the IESO has stated that it is targeting 2,500 MW of energy storage, and at least 1,500 MW of non-emitting resources. These assets will be connected to Ontario’s Distribution or Transmission system, registered in the IESO Administered Markets, and capable of delivering more than 1 MW continuously for at least four consecutive hours.
The Alectra Convergent Development JV is proposing to develop energy storage solutions that will deliver this capacity to the IESO. These lithium-ion battery-based energy storage systems will reduce Ontario’s dependency on fossil fuels, increase the reliability and resiliency of Ontario’s electric grid, and support the growth of Ontario’s economy.
The Alectra Convergent JV is committed to involving Ontario’s local and indigenous communities throughout the development process. Details pertaining to each project can be found below, along with a schedule for public engagement sessions, which will be held in each host community. These public information sessions will provide local and indigenous communities with opportunities to ask questions and offer feedback. All feedback collected from these forums will recorded and reported on this website to ensure transparency and accountability.
Battery Energy Storage Systems, or BESS, are rechargeable batteries that are capable of storing energy from different sources or during off-peak hours and dispatching it onto the electricity grid when needed. BESS constitute one of the most reliable, sustainable and cost-effective solutions to Ontario’s electricity system need; by charging from Ontario’s clean nuclear and hydroelectric generation overnight, a BESS can provide emissions-free generation during periods of high demand. BESS can also be deployed quickly – unlike traditional transmission and distribution system upgrades. These systems also have the capability to improve grid stability and provide backup power in some applications.
BESS Public Info Sessions
Attending virtually requires registration in advance of the meeting. Please use the ‘Register’ buttons below. Once you have registered, a link to the virtual session will be emailed to you a few days prior to the event date.
In-person sessions do not require online registration.
Municipality
Location / Address
Relevant Project(s)
Date / Time / Meeting Minutes
Bruce County
Session Completed
Greenock Energy Storage 1 LP
Meeting Option 1
November 9, 2023, 6:00-6:30 PM
Meeting Option 2
November 22, 2023, 5:00-5:30 PM
Wellington County
Session Completed
Belwood Energy Storage 1 LP
Alectra Convergent Development LP
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Vaughan, Ontario L4H 0A9
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