Overview
Alliant SBD 8501 Aegon LI is a 3.1 MW diesel power plant in the United States, operated by Industrial Energy Applications Inc. The facility uses oil as its primary fuel source.
Alliant SBD 8501 Aegon LI is a diesel power plant located in the United States, specifically at coordinates 42.0243° N, -91.7040° W. With a capacity of 3.1 MW, it falls into the small-scale category for power generation facilities. The plant is currently operational and owned by Industrial Energy Applications Inc. The facility operates on oil as its primary fuel, which is typical for diesel power plants that often serve as peaking or backup power sources. In the United States, such plants are subject to federal regulations under the Clean Air Act, including National Ambient Air Quality Standards (NAAQS) and the Acid Rain Program, which impose limits on emissions of sulfur dioxide (SO2) and nitrogen oxides (NOx). State-level regulations may also apply, depending on the location. As a small-scale diesel plant, Alliant SBD 8501 Aegon LI likely plays a role in providing grid stability or emergency power during peak demand periods. Its environmental footprint is influenced by the combustion of oil, which produces CO2, SO2, and NOx emissions. Diesel plants of this size are often older or used for intermittent operation.
Environmental context
The plant's use of oil as fuel results in emissions of carbon dioxide (CO2), sulfur dioxide (SO2), and nitrogen oxides (NOx), which contribute to local air quality concerns. Proximity to populated areas could increase exposure to these pollutants. Regulatory compliance with the Clean Air Act's NAAQS and Acid Rain Program is essential to mitigate environmental impact. The small capacity suggests a relatively modest footprint compared to larger fossil fuel plants.
Frequently asked questions
The plant is located in the United States at coordinates 42.0243° N, -91.7040° W.
It is a diesel power plant that uses oil as its primary fuel. Diesel plants are often used for peaking power or backup generation.
The plant has a capacity of 3.1 megawatts (MW), which classifies it as a small-scale power generation facility.
In the United States, diesel power plants must comply with the Clean Air Act, including National Ambient Air Quality Standards (NAAQS) and the Acid Rain Program, which regulate emissions of SO2 and NOx.
The plant is owned by Industrial Energy Applications Inc.