Overview
Archer Daniels Midland Cedar Rapids is a 294.6 MW coal power plant in Iowa, United States, owned by Archer Daniels Midland Co. It supplies electricity to the local grid and industrial operations.
Archer Daniels Midland Cedar Rapids is a coal-fired power generation facility located in Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States. With a capacity of 294.6 MW, it operates as a medium-scale coal plant within the U.S. power sector, supporting both industrial and grid demands. The plant utilizes coal as its primary fuel source, a common choice for baseload power in the Midwest. It operates under the regulatory framework of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, including the Clean Air Act, National Ambient Air Quality Standards (NAAQS), and the Acid Rain Program. These regulations govern emissions of sulfur dioxide (SO2), nitrogen oxides (NOx), and particulate matter, requiring compliance through technologies such as scrubbers or selective catalytic reduction. As an operational facility owned by Archer Daniels Midland Co, the plant plays a key role in providing reliable electricity to the region and supporting the company's agricultural processing activities. Its location in an industrial area underscores its contribution to local energy security and economic activity.
Environmental context
The plant's coal combustion generates CO2, SO2, and NOx emissions, which are regulated under U.S. federal programs. Its location near Cedar Rapids, a populated area, necessitates adherence to air quality standards to minimize local health impacts.
Frequently asked questions
The plant is located in Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States, at coordinates 41.9221 N, 91.6875 W.
The plant has a capacity of 294.6 megawatts (MW), making it a medium-scale coal power facility.
The plant is owned by Archer Daniels Midland Co, a major agricultural processing company.
The plant must comply with the U.S. Clean Air Act, including NAAQS, the Acid Rain Program, and CSAPR, which limit emissions of SO2, NOx, and other pollutants.
The plant uses coal as its primary fuel, a common choice for baseload power generation in the Midwest.