Overview
Noatak is a 1.3 MW diesel power plant in Noatak, Alaska, operated by Alaska Village Electric Cooperative. It provides electricity to the remote community using oil as its primary fuel.
Noatak is a diesel power plant located in Noatak, Alaska, United States. With a capacity of 1.3 MW, it is a small-scale facility serving the local community. The plant is owned and operated by Alaska Village Electric Cooperative, Inc., and is currently operational. The plant uses oil as its primary fuel, typical for remote Alaskan villages where grid connection is not feasible. Diesel generators are common in such areas due to their reliability and ease of transport. The facility operates under U.S. EPA regulations, including the Clean Air Act, which sets emission standards for stationary engines. As a vital infrastructure component, Noatak ensures reliable power for the isolated community, supporting essential services and daily life. Its small capacity reflects the local demand, and its operation is critical for energy access in this remote region.
Environmental context
The plant's use of diesel fuel results in CO2, SOx, and NOx emissions, though its small capacity limits overall impact. Located in a remote Alaskan village, the facility is far from major population centers, reducing local air quality concerns. However, diesel generators can contribute to local particulate matter and noise. Typical diesel plants in such settings are older and less efficient than modern combined-cycle units.
Frequently asked questions
The Noatak power plant is located in Noatak, Alaska, United States, at coordinates 67.5709° N, -162.9657° W.
Noatak is a diesel power plant that uses oil as its primary fuel to generate electricity.
The Noatak power plant has a capacity of 1.3 megawatts (MW).
The Noatak power plant is owned and operated by Alaska Village Electric Cooperative, Inc.
Diesel power plants in the United States are subject to the Clean Air Act, including emission standards for stationary engines under 40 CFR Part 60, Subpart IIII, which limits NOx, CO, and particulate matter.