Overview
Arnold is a 1.1 MW diesel power plant in Arnold, Nebraska, United States. Operated by the Village of Arnold, it provides local power generation for the community.
Arnold is a diesel power plant located in Arnold, Nebraska, United States. With a capacity of 1.1 MW, it is a small-scale facility serving the local community. The plant is owned and operated by the Village of Arnold, ensuring reliable electricity for the area. As a diesel-fired plant, Arnold operates using oil as its primary fuel. Diesel power plants are known for their flexibility and quick start-up times, making them suitable for peaking power or backup generation. In the United States, such facilities are subject to emissions regulations under the Clean Air Act, including standards for sulfur dioxide and nitrogen oxides. Its small capacity and operational status contribute to the energy resilience of Arnold, Nebraska.
Environmental context
The plant's use of diesel fuel results in emissions of CO2, SOx, and NOx, which are regulated under the US Clean Air Act. Its location in a rural area with low population density reduces direct exposure risks. The small capacity (1.1 MW) limits its overall environmental footprint compared to larger fossil fuel plants.
Frequently asked questions
The Arnold power plant is located in Arnold, Nebraska, United States, at coordinates 41.4219° N, -100.1956° W.
Arnold is a diesel power plant that uses oil as its primary fuel to generate electricity.
The Arnold power plant has a capacity of 1.1 megawatts (MW), making it a small-scale generation facility.
Diesel power plants in the United States are subject to the Clean Air Act, which sets emissions standards for pollutants such as sulfur dioxide (SO2) and nitrogen oxides (NOx).
The Arnold power plant is owned and operated by the Village of Arnold, a municipal entity in Nebraska.