Overview
Lebanon Pines 1 & 2 is a 5.2 MW diesel power plant in Connecticut, USA, operated by Connecticut Mun Elec Engy Coop. The facility uses oil as its primary fuel and is currently operational.
Lebanon Pines 1 & 2 is a diesel power plant located in Connecticut, United States. With a capacity of 5.2 MW, it is a small-scale facility within the US power generation sector. The plant is owned and operated by Connecticut Mun Elec Engy Coop and remains in operational status. The plant uses oil as its primary fuel, a common choice for diesel generators that provide peaking power or backup generation. In the US, such facilities are subject to federal regulations under the Clean Air Act, including emissions standards for sulfur dioxide (SOx) and nitrogen oxides (NOx). The plant's small capacity suggests it may serve local grid support or emergency power needs rather than baseload generation. As a diesel-powered facility, Lebanon Pines 1 & 2 contributes to local energy reliability but has a higher carbon footprint per MWh compared to natural gas or renewable sources. Its location in Connecticut places it within a region with a diverse energy mix, including nuclear, natural gas, and renewables. The plant's role is likely to provide supplemental capacity during peak demand periods.
Environmental context
The plant's use of oil as fuel results in higher CO2, SOx, and NOx emissions per unit of electricity compared to natural gas or renewable sources. Its small capacity (5.2 MW) limits its overall environmental impact, but proximity to populated areas in Connecticut could raise local air quality concerns. The facility operates under US EPA regulations, including the Clean Air Act, which set limits on emissions to protect public health and the environment.
Frequently asked questions
Lebanon Pines 1 & 2 is located in Connecticut, United States, at coordinates 41.568300, -72.232200.
It is a diesel power plant that uses oil as its primary fuel, with a capacity of 5.2 MW.
The plant is owned and operated by Connecticut Mun Elec Engy Coop.
Diesel power plants in the US are regulated under the Clean Air Act, including emissions standards for SOx, NOx, and particulate matter, as well as the Acid Rain Program and CSAPR for larger units.
Small diesel plants like Lebanon Pines 1 & 2 have higher CO2 and pollutant emissions per MWh than natural gas or renewables, but their small capacity limits overall impact. They are often used for peaking or backup power.