Overview
Montefiore Nyack Hospital operates a 1.1 MW diesel power plant in Nyack, New York, providing backup power to the medical facility. The plant uses oil as its primary fuel.
Montefiore Nyack Hospital is a diesel power plant located in Nyack, New York, United States. With a capacity of 1.1 MW, it is a small-scale facility designed to provide emergency backup power to the hospital. The plant is owned and operated by Montefiore Nyack Hospital and is currently operational. The plant uses oil as its primary fuel, which is typical for backup generators in healthcare settings. As a diesel facility, it operates under the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency's Clean Air Act regulations, including New Source Performance Standards for stationary engines. The plant's small capacity and backup role mean it runs only during grid outages or testing, limiting its overall emissions. As a critical infrastructure component, the plant ensures uninterrupted power for patient care and hospital operations. Its location in a suburban area near the Hudson River places it within a region with diverse power generation sources, including natural gas and renewables. The plant's role is essential for community resilience during emergencies.
Environmental context
The plant's use of diesel fuel results in emissions of nitrogen oxides, particulate matter, and carbon dioxide, though its intermittent operation reduces overall impact. Located in a populated area, the plant must comply with local air quality regulations. Its small capacity and backup function mean it contributes minimally to regional power generation emissions.
Frequently asked questions
Montefiore Nyack Hospital is located in Nyack, New York, United States, at coordinates 41.0910, -73.9182.
Montefiore Nyack Hospital has a capacity of 1.1 megawatts (MW), making it a small-scale diesel power plant.
The plant uses oil as its primary fuel, which is typical for backup diesel generators.
Diesel power plants in the U.S. are regulated under the Clean Air Act, including New Source Performance Standards for stationary engines and emissions limits for NOx, CO, and particulate matter.
Backup power ensures critical medical equipment, lighting, and life-support systems remain operational during grid outages, protecting patient safety and continuity of care.