Overview
Elim is a 1.1 MW diesel power plant in Elim, Alaska, operated by Alaska Village Electric Cooperative. It serves the local community with oil-fired generation.
Elim is a diesel power plant located in Elim, Alaska, United States. With a capacity of 1.1 MW, it is a small-scale facility that provides electricity to the remote community. The plant is owned and operated by Alaska Village Electric Cooperative, Inc., and is currently operational. The plant uses oil as its primary fuel, typical for diesel generators in off-grid Alaskan villages. As a small diesel facility, it operates under the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency's (EPA) Clean Air Act regulations, including emissions standards for stationary engines. The plant's technology is likely standard diesel generator sets, which are common in rural areas where grid connection is not feasible. Elim plays a critical role in providing reliable power to the isolated community of Elim, which is not connected to the main electrical grid. The plant's operation supports local homes, businesses, and essential services. Its small capacity reflects the modest energy needs of the village, and it is an example of decentralized power generation in remote regions.
Environmental context
The plant's use of oil as fuel results in CO2, SOx, and NOx emissions, though at a small scale due to its 1.1 MW capacity. Located in a remote Alaskan village, the environmental impact is localized. The plant operates under EPA emissions standards for diesel engines, which limit pollutants. Typical diesel generators in such settings are older and less efficient than modern combined-cycle plants.
Frequently asked questions
The Elim power plant is located in Elim, Alaska, United States, at coordinates 64.6166 N, -162.2637 W.
Elim is a diesel power plant that uses oil as its primary fuel to generate electricity.
The Elim power plant is owned and operated by Alaska Village Electric Cooperative, Inc.
Diesel power plants in the U.S. must comply with the Clean Air Act, including emissions standards for stationary engines under 40 CFR Part 60, which limit NOx, CO, and particulate matter.
With a capacity of 1.1 MW, Elim is a small-scale power plant, typical for remote communities. Large utility plants often exceed 500 MW.