Overview
Alliant SBD 9403 Aegon DC is a 4.1 MW diesel power plant in the United States, operated by Industrial Energy Applications Inc. It provides backup or peaking power generation capacity.
Alliant SBD 9403 Aegon DC is a diesel power plant located in the United States, with coordinates 41.9167° N, -91.6542° W. The facility has a capacity of 4.1 MW and is classified as a diesel power plant, typically used for peaking or emergency backup power. It is owned and operated by Industrial Energy Applications Inc. The plant operates under the regulatory framework of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), including the Clean Air Act (CAA) and associated standards such as the National Ambient Air Quality Standards (NAAQS) and the Acid Rain Program. Diesel plants of this scale are subject to emissions limits for particulate matter, nitrogen oxides (NOx), and sulfur dioxide (SO2). The technology is based on internal combustion engines, which are common for smaller-scale distributed generation. As a 4.1 MW facility, Alliant SBD 9403 Aegon DC serves a niche role in the local power grid, likely providing backup power during peak demand or emergencies. Its small capacity and diesel fuel source mean it has a moderate environmental footprint per unit of electricity generated, but its intermittent operation reduces overall emissions impact. The plant contributes to grid reliability in its region.
Environmental context
Diesel power plants emit CO2, NOx, SO2, and particulate matter. The 4.1 MW capacity suggests a relatively small footprint, but diesel combustion has higher carbon intensity per MWh compared to natural gas. Proximity to populated areas (given the location in Iowa) may require compliance with local air quality regulations. The plant's age and technology (likely reciprocating engines) influence its efficiency and emissions profile.
Frequently asked questions
Alliant SBD 9403 Aegon DC is located in the United States at coordinates 41.9167° N, -91.6542° W, in the state of Iowa.
It is a diesel power plant, typically used for peaking or emergency backup power generation.
The plant has a capacity of 4.1 megawatts (MW).
Diesel power plants in the US are regulated under the Clean Air Act, including emissions standards for NOx, SO2, and particulate matter, as well as the Acid Rain Program.
The plant is owned and operated by Industrial Energy Applications Inc.