Overview
Conesville is a 841.5 MW coal power plant in Ohio, USA, owned by AEP Generation Resources Inc. It operates under US EPA regulations including the Clean Air Act and Cross-State Air Pollution Rule.
Conesville is a coal-fired power generation facility located in Ohio, United States, with a capacity of 841.5 MW. Owned by AEP Generation Resources Inc, the plant is operational and contributes to the regional power grid. As a coal plant, it falls within the large-scale category for power generation in the US. The plant operates under the regulatory framework of the US Environmental Protection Agency, including the Clean Air Act (CAA) National Ambient Air Quality Standards (NAAQS), the Acid Rain Program, and the Cross-State Air Pollution Rule (CSAPR). These regulations govern emissions of sulfur dioxide (SO2), nitrogen oxides (NOx), and particulate matter. The technology employed is typical for coal plants of this era, with subcritical or supercritical steam cycles. Conesville plays a significant role in providing baseload power to the region. Its environmental footprint includes CO2 emissions and other pollutants, which are subject to continuous monitoring and compliance with emission limits. The plant's location in Ohio places it within a region with a mix of industrial and residential energy demand.
Environmental context
As a coal-fired power plant, Conesville has a significant environmental footprint, including CO2, SOx, and NOx emissions. Its capacity of 841.5 MW places it in the large-scale category, contributing to regional air quality impacts. The plant's age and technology (likely subcritical or supercritical) influence its efficiency and emission rates. Proximity to populated areas in Ohio may affect local air quality, and compliance with US EPA regulations such as CSAPR and the Acid Rain Program is critical for managing its environmental impact.
Frequently asked questions
The Conesville power plant is located in Ohio, United States, near the coordinates 40.1842 N, -81.8811 W.
The Conesville power plant has a capacity of 841.5 megawatts (MW), making it a large-scale coal-fired facility.
The Conesville power plant is owned by AEP Generation Resources Inc, a subsidiary of American Electric Power.
As a US coal plant, Conesville must comply with the Clean Air Act, including NAAQS, the Acid Rain Program, and CSAPR, which regulate SO2, NOx, and other emissions.
The Conesville power plant uses coal as its primary fuel source for electricity generation.