Overview
Alliant SBD 9302 Aegon NP is a 1.2 MW diesel power plant in the United States, operated by Industrial Energy Applications Inc. The facility is operational and uses oil as its primary fuel.
Alliant SBD 9302 Aegon NP is a small-scale diesel power plant located in the United States. With a capacity of 1.2 MW, it falls into the small-scale category for power generation facilities. The plant is owned and operated by Industrial Energy Applications Inc and is currently operational. The facility operates on oil, a fossil fuel that typically results in higher CO2 and SOx emissions compared to natural gas. As a diesel plant, it may serve as a peaking or backup power source, providing grid stability during periods of high demand or when renewable generation is low. Diesel plants of this scale often use reciprocating engines. Given its small capacity, the plant's environmental footprint is relatively limited compared to larger fossil fuel facilities. However, its location in the United States means it must comply with federal and state emissions regulations, including the Clean Air Act and applicable state implementation plans. The plant contributes to local power reliability, particularly in areas where grid constraints or intermittent renewables require fast-responding generation.
Environmental context
The plant's use of oil as a primary fuel results in emissions of CO2, SOx, and NOx, which contribute to local air quality concerns and greenhouse gas emissions. Its small capacity (1.2 MW) limits the overall environmental impact, but proximity to populated areas could affect local air quality. The facility operates under US EPA regulations, including the Clean Air Act, which sets emission limits for criteria pollutants.
Frequently asked questions
Alliant SBD 9302 Aegon NP is located in the United States, with coordinates 42.026400 N, -91.704200 W.
It is a diesel power plant that uses oil as its primary fuel, with a capacity of 1.2 MW.
The plant is owned and operated by Industrial Energy Applications Inc.
Diesel power plants in the US must comply with the Clean Air Act, including emission standards for SOx, NOx, and particulate matter, as well as state-level regulations.
With a capacity of 1.2 MW, it is a small-scale facility, often used for peaking or backup power, unlike larger baseload plants that can exceed 500 MW.