Overview
Lansing is a 274.5 MW coal power plant in Iowa, United States, operated by Interstate Power and Light Co. It supplies electricity to the regional grid.
Lansing is a coal-fired power plant located in Iowa, United States, with a capacity of 274.5 MW. It is owned and operated by Interstate Power and Light Co, a subsidiary of Alliant Energy. The plant plays a role in meeting the energy demands of the region. The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), including the Clean Air Act (CAA) and 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 plant of moderate size, Lansing likely utilizes subcritical or supercritical technology, typical for its era. The plant's environmental context includes its coal fuel source, which results in higher CO2, SOx, and NOx emissions compared to natural gas or renewable sources. Its location in Iowa, a state with a mix of agricultural and industrial activity, means emissions may affect local air quality. The plant's capacity of 274.5 MW places it in the medium scale for U.S. coal plants, contributing to grid stability and local employment.
Environmental context
Lansing's coal-fired operation produces significant CO2, SOx, and NOx emissions, contributing to regional air quality concerns and greenhouse gas levels. Its location in Iowa, with prevailing winds and proximity to populated areas, may influence local pollution dispersion. The plant's age and technology (likely subcritical or supercritical) affect its thermal efficiency and emission intensity. Regulatory compliance under EPA programs like CSAPR and the Acid Rain Program helps mitigate some environmental impacts.
Frequently asked questions
The Lansing coal power plant is located in Iowa, United States, at coordinates 43.3359° N, -91.1675° W.
The Lansing power plant has a capacity of 274.5 megawatts (MW), making it a medium-sized coal-fired facility.
The Lansing power plant is owned and operated by Interstate Power and Light Co, a subsidiary of Alliant Energy.
Coal power plants in the U.S. must comply with the Clean Air Act (CAA), including the Acid Rain Program and the Cross-State Air Pollution Rule (CSAPR), which regulate SO2, NOx, and other emissions.
Coal-fired power generation produces significant CO2, SOx, and NOx emissions, contributing to climate change and local air pollution. Modern pollution control technologies can reduce these impacts.