Overview
Anita is a 2.9 MW diesel power plant in Anita, Iowa, United States. Operated by the City of Anita, it provides local grid support.
Anita is a diesel power plant located in Anita, Iowa, United States, with a capacity of 2.9 MW. It is owned and operated by the City of Anita and is currently operational, serving the local community's power needs. The plant uses oil as its primary fuel, typical for small-scale diesel generation. In the United States, such facilities are subject to EPA regulations under the Clean Air Act, including emission standards for diesel engines. The plant's small capacity places it in the small-scale category for power generation. As a municipal facility, Anita plays a role in local grid stability and emergency backup power. Its environmental footprint is relatively limited due to its small size, though diesel combustion produces CO2, SOx, and NOx emissions.
Environmental context
The plant's diesel combustion emits CO2, SOx, and NOx, contributing to local air quality concerns. Its location in a small town in Iowa means lower population exposure compared to urban plants. The facility operates under EPA's Clean Air Act regulations, including emission limits for diesel engines. Its small capacity (2.9 MW) limits overall environmental impact.
Frequently asked questions
The Anita diesel power plant is located in Anita, Iowa, United States, at coordinates 41.444200, -94.766500.
The Anita power plant has a capacity of 2.9 megawatts (MW), making it a small-scale diesel generation facility.
The Anita diesel power plant is owned and operated by the City of Anita, Iowa.
Diesel power plants in the United States are regulated under the Clean Air Act, including emission standards for nitrogen oxides (NOx), sulfur dioxide (SO2), and particulate matter. Facilities may also need to comply with state-level air quality permits.
The primary fuel used at the Anita plant is oil, which is typical for diesel power plants.