Overview
Comanche (CO) is a 1,635.3 MW coal power plant in Colorado, operated by Public Service Co of Colorado. It is a major coal-fired facility in the United States.
Comanche (CO) is a coal power plant located in Colorado, United States, with a capacity of 1,635.3 MW. It is owned and operated by Public Service Co of Colorado, serving as a significant contributor to the regional power grid. The plant is operational and represents a large-scale coal-fired generation asset in the country. The plant operates under the regulatory framework of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), including the Clean Air Act (CAA) and its associated programs such as the Acid Rain Program and the Cross-State Air Pollution Rule (CSAPR). These regulations govern emissions of sulfur dioxide (SO2), nitrogen oxides (NOx), and other pollutants. As a coal-fired plant, Comanche (CO) is subject to stringent emission limits and monitoring requirements. Comanche (CO) plays a key role in providing baseload power to the Colorado grid. Its large capacity supports electricity reliability for surrounding communities. The plant's environmental impact is managed through compliance with federal and state air quality standards, and it contributes to the local economy through employment and energy production.
Environmental context
As a coal-fired power plant, Comanche (CO) has a significant environmental footprint, including CO2 emissions contributing to climate change, as well as SO2 and NOx emissions that affect local air quality. The plant's location in Colorado may be subject to regional haze regulations and proximity to populated areas. Its age and technology (likely subcritical or supercritical) influence its efficiency and emission rates. Compliance with EPA regulations helps mitigate some impacts, but coal combustion remains a high-impact energy source.
Frequently asked questions
Comanche (CO) is located in Colorado, United States, at coordinates 38.2081 N, -104.5747 W.
Comanche (CO) has a capacity of 1,635.3 MW, making it a large-scale coal-fired power plant.
Comanche (CO) is owned by Public Service Co of Colorado, a utility company serving the region.
Coal power plants in the U.S. must comply with the Clean Air Act, including the Acid Rain Program and Cross-State Air Pollution Rule (CSAPR), which limit SO2, NOx, and other emissions.
Comanche (CO) uses coal as its primary fuel, a common but carbon-intensive energy source for power generation.