Should a 1,864 MW Natural Gas Power Plant Be Built Near Gibbons, Alberta?
Official title: Greenlight Electricity Centre Project
A company wants to build a major natural gas power plant in Alberta's Industrial Heartland, about 10 km east of Gibbons. The facility would have four gas/steam turbine units producing up to 1,864 megawatts—enough to power over a million homes. It's designed to operate for at least 40 years.
Why This Matters
Live near Gibbons or in Alberta's Industrial Heartland? This plant could affect local air quality and traffic during construction. For all Albertans, it could mean more reliable electricity—but also more greenhouse gas emissions for decades to come.
What Could Change
If approved, this would be one of Alberta's largest gas-fired power plants. The facility would add significant generating capacity to the provincial grid. Environmental conditions would likely require emissions monitoring and mitigation measures.
Indigenous Consultation
This consultation requires engagement with Indigenous communities under the Crown's duty to consult.