Overview
Fennimore is a 7.4 MW diesel power plant in Fennimore, Wisconsin, USA, operated by the City of Fennimore. It provides local grid support and backup power generation.
Fennimore is a diesel power plant located in Fennimore, Wisconsin, United States. With a capacity of 7.4 MW, it is a small-scale facility serving the local community. The plant is owned and operated by the City of Fennimore, ensuring municipal control over its operations. As a diesel-fired plant, Fennimore operates using oil as its primary fuel. Diesel plants are typically used for peaking power or emergency backup due to their quick start capabilities. Its small capacity suggests it may serve as a local reliability resource. In the US, such facilities are subject to EPA regulations under the Clean Air Act, including emissions standards for NOx, SO2, and particulate matter. The plant plays a role in supporting the local power grid in southwestern Wisconsin. Its municipal ownership indicates a focus on community energy needs. While diesel generation has higher emissions per MWh compared to natural gas or renewables, the plant's small scale limits its overall environmental footprint.
Environmental context
Diesel power plants like Fennimore emit CO2, NOx, SO2, and particulate matter, contributing to local air quality concerns. The plant's location in a rural area may reduce population exposure, but emissions still affect the surrounding environment. Regulatory oversight under the US Clean Air Act requires adherence to emission limits and possibly participation in programs like the Acid Rain Program. The use of oil as fuel results in a higher carbon footprint compared to natural gas.
Frequently asked questions
The Fennimore power plant is located in Fennimore, Wisconsin, United States, at coordinates 42.982800 N, -90.655800 W.
Fennimore is a diesel power plant that uses oil as its primary fuel to generate electricity.
The Fennimore plant has a capacity of 7.4 megawatts (MW), making it a small-scale power generation facility.
The Fennimore power plant is owned and operated by the City of Fennimore in Wisconsin.
Diesel power plants in the US are regulated under the Clean Air Act, including emissions standards for NOx, SO2, and particulate matter, and may be subject to the Acid Rain Program and Cross-State Air Pollution Rule.