Overview
Alexandria is a 9.2 MW diesel power plant in Alexandria, Minnesota, United States. Operated by the City of Alexandria, it provides local grid support.
Alexandria is a diesel power plant located in Alexandria, Minnesota, United States. With a capacity of 9.2 MW, it is a small-scale facility within the U.S. power generation sector, serving the local community's electricity needs. The plant operates on oil as its primary fuel, a common choice for peaking or backup power plants in the region. Diesel plants of this size typically use reciprocating engines. The facility is subject to U.S. EPA regulations under the Clean Air Act, including New Source Performance Standards (NSPS) for stationary engines. As a municipally owned facility, Alexandria plays a role in ensuring grid reliability for the city. Its relatively small capacity and oil-fueled operation place it in a niche for emergency or peak-load support, complementing larger baseload plants in the area.
Environmental context
The plant's use of oil as fuel results in higher CO2, SOx, and NOx emissions per MWh compared to natural gas or renewable sources. Its location in a small city may limit population exposure, but local air quality impacts are a consideration. Older diesel engines can have higher emission rates.
Frequently asked questions
The Alexandria power plant is located in Alexandria, Minnesota, United States.
Alexandria is a diesel power plant that uses oil as its primary fuel.
The Alexandria power plant has a capacity of 9.2 megawatts (MW).
Diesel power plants in the U.S. are regulated under the Clean Air Act, including New Source Performance Standards (NSPS) for stationary engines and emission limits for criteria pollutants.
The Alexandria power plant is operated by the City of Alexandria, Minnesota.