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Protecting biodiversity
At Ontario Power Generation, we have spent decades protecting and nurturing Ontario’s biodiversity. It’s a fundamental part of our operations, and our longstanding commitment to Ontario's natural habitats has made us a recognized leader in biodiversity protection.
See how our company-wide efforts follow the "Four R's" of Biodiversity, and extend beyond the boundaries of Ontario.
“4 Rs” of biodiversity
Retain Ecology
OPG protects ecologically significant areas
Restore Habitats
OPG works to rebuild damaged or degraded habitats
Replace Habitats
We fight to replace the natural habitats Ontario has lost
Recover Species
OPG works to recover at-risk species in each habitat
OPG’s Niagara Operations awarded Gold Certification by Wildlife Habitat Council
OPG’s Niagara Operations has once again been certified Gold by the Wildlife Habitat Council.
Read moreOPG’s Big Island Wetland benefiting fish production and biodiversity
A unique wetland in Prince Edward County that OPG constructed as a fisheries habitat bank is now a thriving aquatic ecosystem.
Read moreIndigenous-inspired landscape project continues at OPG’s Saunders Visitor Centre
Guests dropping by OPG’s Saunders Hydro Dam Visitor Centre will soon enjoy serene views thanks to an Indigenous-inspired landscaping project.
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Planting trees
Over the years we have supported the planting of more than 8 million native trees and shrubs, and created habitats throughout the province that support a wide diversity of plant and animal species.

Wildlife preservation
See how twelve of our generating sites have achieved Wildlife Habitat Certifications over the past 10 years, demonstrating our ongoing commitment to environmental stewardship and the conservation of biodiversity.

Habitat preservation
OPG strategically focuses on funding projects that help to protect and restore the natural heritage system of habitat corridors across Ontario. With this program, we fund woodland, wetland, grassland, and lakes and river projects.