Overview
Hugoton 2 is a 19.2 MW diesel power plant located in Hugoton, Kansas, United States. It is owned by the City of Hugoton and operates on oil fuel.
Hugoton 2 is a diesel power plant situated in Hugoton, Kansas, United States. With a capacity of 19.2 MW, it is a small-scale facility within the U.S. power generation sector. The plant is owned by the City of Hugoton and is currently operational, serving local electricity needs. As a diesel-fired plant, Hugoton 2 operates using oil as its primary fuel. Diesel plants are typically used for peaking power or backup generation due to their ability to start quickly. The plant's technology is conventional for its size and fuel type, and it operates under U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) regulations, including the Clean Air Act and associated emission standards for stationary engines. Its relatively small capacity and fuel type mean it has a moderate environmental footprint compared to larger coal or gas plants, but it still contributes to local air quality considerations.
Environmental context
Hugoton 2, as a diesel power plant, emits CO2, SOx, NOx, and particulate matter from oil combustion. Its location in a small city in Kansas means it is not in a densely populated area, reducing direct exposure risks. However, diesel engines can have higher NOx emissions per MWh compared to natural gas plants. It must comply with EPA standards for stationary engines under the Clean Air Act.
Frequently asked questions
Hugoton 2 is located in Hugoton, Kansas, United States, at coordinates 37.164200, -101.340100.
Hugoton 2 has a capacity of 19.2 megawatts (MW), making it a small-scale diesel power plant.
Hugoton 2 is owned by the City of Hugoton in Kansas.
Diesel power plants in the U.S. must comply with the Clean Air Act, including emission standards for stationary engines under 40 CFR Part 60 (NSPS) and Part 63 (NESHAP). These regulations limit emissions of NOx, CO, and particulate matter.
Diesel power plants are often used for peaking power, backup generation, or grid support during high demand periods due to their quick start capabilities and flexibility.