Ontario Completes Major Nuclear Reactor Refurbishment at Darlington Ahead of Schedule and Under Budget
The refurbishment of unit four at the Darlington Nuclear Generating Station in Ontario has been completed ahead of schedule and under budget. The Canadian Nuclear Safety Commission approved initial power testing, set to start on February 12.
The unit returns to service four months early, with the overall project coming in C$150 million under the C$12.8 billion budget. The refurbishment extends the station's operational life to 2055, providing over 3,500 megawatts of power for 30 years.
The project contributed C$14.9 billion to Ontario's GDP and is expected to generate C$90 billion in economic benefits and support 14,200 jobs. Ontario is exploring additional nuclear projects, including four small modular reactors and a large-scale build, while engaging in international partnerships for nuclear technology.
