Overview
Alliant SBD 9502 Eaton is a 5.4 MW diesel power plant in Iowa, United States, operated by Industrial Energy Applications Inc. It provides backup or peaking power to the local grid.
Alliant SBD 9502 Eaton is a diesel power plant located in Iowa, United States, with a capacity of 5.4 MW. It is owned and operated by Industrial Energy Applications Inc. and is currently operational. As a diesel-fired facility, it serves as a peaking or backup power source, supporting grid stability during periods of high demand or emergencies. The plant operates under the regulatory framework of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), including the Clean Air Act (CAA) and its National Ambient Air Quality Standards (NAAQS). Diesel engines are subject to emissions standards for NOx, SOx, and particulate matter. The plant's relatively small capacity places it in the small-scale category for power generation, typical for diesel peaking plants in rural or industrial settings. Environmental considerations for diesel plants include CO2 emissions and local air quality impacts. The plant's location in a rural area may reduce exposure to densely populated zones, but its operation still contributes to regional emissions. As a peaking plant, it runs intermittently, which can affect its overall environmental footprint compared to baseload facilities.
Environmental context
Diesel power plants like Alliant SBD 9502 Eaton emit CO2, NOx, SOx, and particulate matter, contributing to local air quality concerns. The plant's location in a rural area of Iowa may have lower population density, reducing direct exposure, but emissions can still affect regional air quality. The facility's age and technology (likely older diesel engine) may result in higher emissions per MWh compared to modern combined-cycle plants. Regulatory compliance with EPA standards is required to mitigate environmental impact.
Frequently asked questions
Alliant SBD 9502 Eaton is located in Iowa, United States, at coordinates 42.8381 N, -93.6033 W.
It is a diesel power plant, which typically uses diesel engines to generate electricity, often for peaking or backup power.
The plant has a capacity of 5.4 megawatts (MW), placing it in the small-scale category for power generation.
Diesel power plants in the US must comply with the Clean Air Act, including emissions standards for NOx, SOx, and particulate matter under the National Ambient Air Quality Standards (NAAQS) and other EPA programs.
The plant is owned and operated by Industrial Energy Applications Inc.