Explore the fascinating world of power generation

Welcome to Ontario Power Generation's (OPG's) Knowledge is Power – a new video series that explores the exciting world of power generation in Ontario. Take an up-close look at the amazing people and places that power our great province.

As Ontario’s largest, low-cost clean energy generator and innovator, we have so many interesting stories to tell.

  • How does nuclear energy work?
  • How does the electricity system work in Ontario?
  • What are nuclear isotopes and what do they have to do with healthcare?
  • What ever happened to the Nanticoke coal station?
  • What types of jobs are involved in running a station?

Find these answers and many more. We promise to keep it simple, insightful and fun. So sit back and enjoy.

Latest episodes

A light bulb icon in front of a nuclear reactor unit.
Knowledge is power · 7 min read

Ontario’s electricity system in :60

We know Ontario's electricity system can be a little complicated. Give us 60 seconds and we'll shed some light.
OPG operates two nuclear power plants
Knowledge is power · 7 min read

Nuclear energy – The core of Ontario's power

How does nuclear energy work? It all starts with the small, but mighty, uranium pellet.
Hydroelectricity is the power of falling water
Knowledge is power · 7 min read

Hydroelectricity – Falling for the power of water

Learn the basics of how water produces electricity and why it's such a great source of power.
Natural gas technology is flexibile
Knowledge is power · 7 min read

Natural gas – Power on demand

During a heat wave or on the coldest day of the year, natural gas is there to make sure Ontarians have the electricity they need.
"44 megawatts of AC power"
Knowledge is power · 7 min read

Solar - Harnessing the sun's rays

The sun's rays can beharnessed by photovoltaic panels and converted into carbon-free electricity to power homes and businesses.
Knowledge is power · 7 min read

OPG's power plant of ideas

From virtual reality to 3D printing, there's a lot of innovation going on at OPG's X-Lab where we're tapping into the latest technologies.
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Where to learn more

A female worker wearing protective clothing on top of a huge turbine in a nuclear power station.

About us

OPG is one of the largest clean power producers in North America with ambitious goals for economy-wide decarbonization and economic renewal.
Close to 300 people, mostly young students in Grades 11 and 12, turned out at OPG’s Pickering Nuclear Information Centre to learn about exciting opportunities in skilled trades.

Visitor centres

At OPG visitor centres, the public is welcomed to see how their power is made and learn about Ontario's low-carbon electricity system.
Rushing water

Water management

Learn how OPG's hydro operations staff manage the impacts of the annual spring runoff, for the safety of the public and the environment.

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