Overview
Kenneth C Coleman is a 602 MW coal power plant in Kentucky, USA, operated by Big Rivers Electric Corp. It supplies electricity to the regional grid.
Kenneth C Coleman is a coal-fired power plant located in Kentucky, United States, with a capacity of 602 megawatts. Owned by Big Rivers Electric Corp, the facility is operational and serves as a key electricity generation asset in the region. Coal power plants of this scale are typical for baseload power in the US energy mix. The plant operates under the regulatory framework of the US Clean Air Act, including 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 facility's technology likely includes subcritical or supercritical boiler systems, common for coal plants of this vintage. As a coal-fired facility, Kenneth C Coleman has a significant carbon footprint and contributes to local air quality considerations. Its location in Kentucky places it within a region with a strong history of coal mining and power generation. The plant plays a role in grid reliability for the surrounding area, supporting industrial and residential electricity demand.
Environmental context
The plant's coal fuel source results in higher CO2, SOx, and NOx emissions compared to natural gas or renewable sources. Proximity to populated areas may influence local air quality. The facility's age and technology (likely subcritical or supercritical) affect its thermal efficiency and emission rates. Regulatory compliance with US EPA standards is required to mitigate environmental impact.
Frequently asked questions
Kenneth C Coleman is located in Kentucky, United States, at coordinates 37.963100, -86.791100.
The plant has a capacity of 602 megawatts, making it a medium-to-large coal-fired facility.
The plant is owned by Big Rivers Electric Corp, a generation and transmission cooperative.
Coal plants like Kenneth C Coleman must comply with the Clean Air Act, including the Acid Rain Program and CSAPR, which limit SO2 and NOx emissions.
Coal power generation produces significant CO2, SO2, and NOx emissions, contributing to climate change and local air pollution. Modern pollution controls can reduce some impacts.