Overview
Mt Storm is a 1,680.9 MW coal power plant in West Virginia, United States, owned by Virginia Electric & Power Co. It is an operational facility contributing to the regional power grid.
Mt Storm is a coal-fired power plant located in West Virginia, United States, with a capacity of 1,680.9 MW. Owned by Virginia Electric & Power Co, the facility is operational and serves as a significant source of electricity in the region. The plant's size places it in the large-scale category for coal power generation in the US. The plant operates under the regulatory framework of the US Environmental Protection Agency, including the Clean Air Act and its associated programs such as the Acid Rain Program and the Cross-State Air Pollution Rule. These regulations govern emissions of sulfur dioxide, nitrogen oxides, and other pollutants. The technology employed is typical of large coal plants, with subcritical or supercritical steam cycles common for facilities of this era. Mt Storm plays a key role in meeting baseload power demand in the mid-Atlantic region. Its coal fuel source and capacity contribute to the local economy and energy security, while its environmental footprint is managed through compliance with federal and state emission standards. The plant's location in a rural area reduces direct population exposure to emissions.
Environmental context
The plant's coal fuel source results in significant CO2, SOx, and NOx emissions compared to natural gas or renewable sources. Its large capacity (1,680.9 MW) implies a substantial environmental footprint. Proximity to populated areas is limited due to its rural West Virginia location, but regional air quality impacts are possible. The plant's age and technology (likely subcritical or supercritical) influence its efficiency and emission rates.
Frequently asked questions
Mt Storm is located in West Virginia, United States, at coordinates 39.200800 N, -79.263600 W.
Mt Storm has a capacity of 1,680.9 megawatts (MW), making it a large-scale coal power plant.
Mt Storm is owned by Virginia Electric & Power Co, a utility company operating in the United States.
Coal power plants in the US must comply with the Clean Air Act, including the Acid Rain Program and Cross-State Air Pollution Rule, which limit emissions of sulfur dioxide, nitrogen oxides, and other pollutants.
Coal power plants typically use subcritical or supercritical steam cycle technology. Supercritical plants are more efficient and have lower emissions per megawatt-hour.