Overview
PRSI FCC Generator is a 4.7 MW petcoke-fired coal power plant in Pasadena, Texas, operated by Pasadena Refining System Inc. The facility is operational and serves the local industrial grid.
PRSI FCC Generator is a small-scale coal power plant located in Pasadena, Texas, United States. With a capacity of 4.7 MW, it is operated by Pasadena Refining System Inc and primarily uses petcoke as fuel. The plant is currently operational and contributes to the local power generation mix. The facility 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 from power plants. As a petcoke-fired unit, the plant may face specific emission control requirements due to the fuel's high sulfur content. Located in the Houston metropolitan area, the plant's proximity to populated regions underscores the importance of compliance with air quality standards. Its small capacity suggests a role in supporting industrial operations or grid stability. The facility's environmental performance is subject to continuous monitoring under federal and state regulations.
Environmental context
The PRSI FCC Generator uses petcoke, a high-carbon fuel derived from oil refining, which typically results in higher CO2 and SOx emissions compared to natural gas. Its location in Pasadena, Texas, near the Houston metropolitan area, places it in a region with significant industrial activity and air quality management challenges. The plant's small capacity (4.7 MW) limits its overall environmental footprint, but its fuel type and age may influence its emission profile. Regulatory oversight under the Clean Air Act ensures adherence to emission limits and monitoring requirements.
Frequently asked questions
PRSI FCC Generator is located in Pasadena, Texas, United States, at coordinates 29.7233° N, -95.2103° W.
PRSI FCC Generator uses petcoke, a solid fuel derived from petroleum refining, as its primary fuel source.
PRSI FCC Generator has a capacity of 4.7 megawatts (MW), classifying it as a small-scale power plant.
Petcoke-fired power plants in the US are subject to the Clean Air Act, including the Acid Rain Program and Cross-State Air Pollution Rule, which set limits on SO2, NOx, and other emissions.
PRSI FCC Generator is owned and operated by Pasadena Refining System Inc, a refining company based in Texas.