Darlington Nuclear Generating Station

GPTKB entity

Statements (118)
Predicate Object
gptkbp:instance_of gptkb:fusion
gptkbp:backup_power_source Natural gas
gptkbp:climate contributes to
gptkbp:collaboration With other nuclear facilities
gptkbp:collaborations with universities
With local universities
gptkbp:commissioned gptkb:1990
gptkbp:community_engagement Ongoing
active
encouraged
gptkbp:community_events hosted regularly
gptkbp:community_feedback valued
Actively sought
gptkbp:community_impact positive
gptkbp:community_outreach Regular events
gptkbp:community_partnerships Strengthened
gptkbp:community_support strong
gptkbp:construction_started gptkb:1981
gptkb:1983
gptkb:1990
gptkbp:cooling_system gptkb:Water
water cooling
gptkbp:development skilled
Approximately 3,000 employees
gptkbp:disbandment_date TBD
In development
gptkbp:educational_programs For local schools
gptkbp:electrification over 300 billion k Wh
gptkbp:emergency_services yes
Established
conducted regularly
Conducted regularly
well-prepared
gptkbp:emissions_standard low
Low carbon emissions
gptkbp:energy_transition supports
gptkbp:environmental_concerns influences
gptkbp:environmental_impact Completed
minimal
gptkbp:environmental_initiatives Aligned with provincial goals
gptkbp:expected_lifespan_after_refurbishment 30 years
gptkbp:fourth_unit_operational gptkb:1993
gptkbp:fuel_economy high
In place
gptkbp:fuel_type Uranium
Secure
uranium
gptkbp:future_plans refurbishment
Expansion considered
gptkbp:grid_position enhances
contributes to
Ontario electricity grid
3480 MW
gptkbp:has_diversity_initiatives Promoted
gptkbp:historical_significance part of Ontario's energy strategy
https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label Darlington Nuclear Generating Station
gptkbp:international_relations advanced
gptkbp:investment $1 million annually
gptkbp:investment_for_refurbishment $12.8 billion CAD
gptkbp:is_monitored_by Advanced technology
Ongoing
ongoing
gptkbp:is_respected_by maintained
gptkbp:local_economy gptkb:significant
gptkbp:location gptkb:Darlington,_Ontario
Darlington, Ontario, Canada
gptkbp:maintenance regular
gptkbp:nuclear_technology_advancements Incorporated
gptkbp:nuclear_waste_storage On-site facility
gptkbp:operational_area gptkb:1990
gptkbp:operational_since gptkb:1990
gptkbp:operational_use high
Continuously improved
gptkbp:operator gptkb:Ontario_Power_Generation
gptkbp:owner gptkb:Ontario_Power_Generation
gptkbp:part_of Darlington Energy Complex
gptkbp:partnerships with local organizations
With indigenous communities
gptkbp:power_source nuclear
supports
3,512 MW
20% of Ontario's electricity
3480 MW
gptkbp:public_perception Generally positive
gptkbp:public_reaction available online
gptkbp:refurbishment_completion_date 2026
gptkbp:refurbishment_start_date gptkb:2016
gptkbp:regulatory_body gptkb:Canadian_Nuclear_Safety_Commission
gptkbp:regulatory_compliance Maintained
gptkbp:research_and_development yes
gptkbp:safety gptkb:Emergency_Core_Cooling_System
promoted
Promoted
prioritized
gptkbp:safety_measures Conducted regularly
gptkbp:safety_record gptkb:Strong
excellent
gptkbp:second_unit_operational gptkb:1991
gptkbp:security enhanced
gptkbp:status operational
gptkbp:storage provides
gptkbp:support Conducted
gptkbp:sustainability Supported
gptkbp:sustainability_initiatives Implemented
gptkbp:sustainability_practices implemented
gptkbp:third_unit_operational gptkb:1993
gptkbp:tour Available
available
gptkbp:training mandatory
Mandatory for all staff
gptkbp:training_programs yes
For nuclear safety
gptkbp:turbine_type gptkb:4
gptkbp:type gptkb:CANDU_reactor
gptkbp:type_of_reactor CANDU
gptkbp:upgrades Scheduled during refurbishment
gptkbp:waste_management in place
Established protocols