It was a record-breaking year on all fronts for OPG’s Pickering Nuclear Generating Station.

In 2019, the station produced 23.6 TWh of clean electricity for the province, the highest ever yearly output for the six-unit, 3,100-megawatt station.

The plant also recorded its lowest forced loss rate at 1.6 per cent, its lowest-ever maintenance backlog, and its best-ever equipment reliability index. In addition, two units that were taken out of service for planned maintenance outages were returned to service ahead of schedule.

“In a nutshell, 2019 was the best year for Pickering Nuclear,” said Dragan Popovic, Director of Work Management at Pickering Nuclear. “What’s driving this performance is the vision that Pickering’s last day will be its best day, and everyone who works here is lined up with this goal in mind. This speaks to staff engagement and commitment.”

Late last year, Pickering’s outstanding safety record and robust performance were recognized by the World Association of Nuclear Operators with an exemplary performance rating, placing it among the best nuclear stations in the world.