Diesel Power Plant Operational

New Lisbon Diesel Power Plant | New Lisbon, Wisconsin | 8.3 MW

United States of America
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Overview

New Lisbon is an 8.3 MW diesel power plant in New Lisbon, Wisconsin, USA, owned by the City of New Lisbon. It operates on oil and serves the local community.

New Lisbon is a diesel power plant located in New Lisbon, Wisconsin, United States. With a capacity of 8.3 MW, it is a small-scale facility that provides electricity to the local area. The plant is owned by the City of New Lisbon and is currently operational. The plant uses oil as its primary fuel, which is typical for diesel power plants. In the United States, such facilities are subject to environmental regulations under the Clean Air Act, including emissions standards for sulfur dioxide (SOx), nitrogen oxides (NOx), and particulate matter. The plant's small size and diesel technology place it in a category that may have less stringent regulatory requirements compared to larger coal or gas plants. As a municipal utility, New Lisbon plays a key role in ensuring reliable power for the community. Its location in a rural area of Wisconsin means it may serve as a backup or peaking plant, supporting grid stability during periods of high demand. The plant's environmental footprint is relatively small due to its low capacity, but its use of oil contributes to CO2 and other emissions.

Environmental context

The plant's use of oil as fuel results in CO2, SOx, and NOx emissions, though its small 8.3 MW capacity limits overall impact. Located in a rural area of Wisconsin, it is not in close proximity to major population centers, reducing local air quality concerns. The facility operates under US EPA regulations, including the Clean Air Act, which governs emissions from stationary sources.

Frequently asked questions

The New Lisbon power plant is located in New Lisbon, Wisconsin, United States, at coordinates 43.8797 N, -90.1645 W.

New Lisbon is a diesel power plant that uses oil as its primary fuel to generate electricity.

The New Lisbon power plant has a capacity of 8.3 megawatts (MW).

The New Lisbon power plant is owned by the City of New Lisbon, a municipal utility.

Diesel power plants in the United States are subject to the Clean Air Act, which sets emissions standards for pollutants like sulfur dioxide (SOx), nitrogen oxides (NOx), and particulate matter. Facilities may also need to comply with state-level regulations.
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