Arcanum Diesel Power Plant | Ohio, United States

Arcanum is a small-scale diesel power plant located in Ohio, United States, with a capacity of 1.2 MW. Owned by the City of Arcanum, the facility is operational and contributes to local power generation. As a diesel plant, it is typically used for peaking or emergency backup due to its relatively small capacity. The plant operates under the regulatory framework of the US 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 are subject to emissions limits for sulfur dioxide (SO2), nitrogen oxides (NOx), and particulate matter. The facility's small size and oil fuel source place it in a category with moderate environmental oversight. Arcanum serves the local community in Ohio, providing grid stability and backup power. Its role is typical for small diesel plants in rural or suburban areas, where they support peak demand or act as emergency reserves. The plant's environmental impact is limited by its low capacity, but its oil fuel source contributes to CO2 and other emissions.

The Arcanum diesel plant, using oil as fuel, emits CO2, SO2, NOx, and particulate matter. Its small capacity (1.2 MW) limits overall emissions, but diesel plants are less efficient than natural gas combined-cycle units. Located in Ohio, the facility operates under US EPA regulations, including the Clean Air Act and Acid Rain Program, which set emission limits. Proximity to populated areas may increase local air quality concerns, though the plant's small scale reduces significant impact.