Overview
Angoon is a 1.5 MW diesel power plant in Angoon, Alaska, USA, operated by Inside Passage Elec Coop Inc. It provides electricity to the local community.
Angoon is a diesel power plant located in Angoon, Alaska, United States. With a capacity of 1.5 MW, it is a small-scale facility serving the local grid. The plant is operated by Inside Passage Elec Coop Inc and is currently operational. The plant uses oil as its primary fuel, typical for remote Alaskan communities where diesel generation is common due to limited grid connectivity. Diesel plants in this region often operate as peaking or baseload units depending on demand. As a small facility in a remote area, Angoon plays a critical role in providing reliable power to the community. Its environmental impact is localized, with emissions managed under US EPA regulations including the Clean Air Act. The plant's operation supports energy independence for the region.
Environmental context
The plant's use of diesel fuel results in CO2, SOx, and NOx emissions, though its small capacity limits overall impact. Located in a sparsely populated area, the facility's emissions are subject to US EPA standards under the Clean Air Act. The remote setting reduces exposure to dense populations, but local air quality considerations remain important.
Frequently asked questions
The Angoon power plant is located in Angoon, Alaska, United States, at coordinates 57.499200, -134.586100.
The Angoon power plant uses oil (diesel) as its primary fuel, which is common for remote Alaskan power generation.
The Angoon power plant is operated by Inside Passage Elec Coop Inc, a local electric cooperative.
Diesel power plants in the USA are regulated under the Clean Air Act, including emissions standards for SOx, NOx, and particulate matter. Facilities may also need to comply with state-level air quality permits.
With a capacity of 1.5 MW, the Angoon plant is considered small-scale. Diesel plants in remote areas often range from under 1 MW to 10 MW, serving local communities or industrial sites.