Overview
Orrville Peaking is a 5.4 MW diesel power plant in Ohio, USA, operated by American Mun Power-Ohio Inc. It provides peaking capacity to support grid stability during high demand periods.
Orrville Peaking is a diesel-fired power generation facility located in Ohio, United States, with an installed capacity of 5.4 megawatts. The plant is owned and operated by American Mun Power-Ohio Inc and is classified as a peaking plant, meaning it operates primarily during periods of high electricity demand to support grid reliability. As a diesel power plant, Orrville Peaking uses oil as its primary fuel source. Diesel plants are known for their fast start-up capabilities, making them suitable for peaking operations. The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), including the Clean Air Act and associated standards such as the National Ambient Air Quality Standards (NAAQS) and the Acid Rain Program. These regulations govern emissions of sulfur dioxide (SO2), nitrogen oxides (NOx), and particulate matter. The plant's relatively small capacity of 5.4 MW places it in the small-scale category for power generation. Its role in the local grid is to provide supplemental power during peak load periods, helping to maintain system stability and prevent blackouts. The facility's operational status is active, contributing to the energy mix of the region.
Environmental context
Diesel power plants like Orrville Peaking have a higher carbon footprint per megawatt-hour compared to natural gas or renewable sources, due to the combustion of oil. Emissions of SO2, NOx, and particulate matter are regulated under the US Clean Air Act. The plant's location in Ohio, a state with a mix of coal, natural gas, and renewable generation, means its environmental impact is assessed within a broader regulatory context aimed at reducing air pollutants and greenhouse gases.
Frequently asked questions
Orrville Peaking is located in Ohio, United States, at coordinates 40.860000, -81.758600.
Orrville Peaking is a diesel power plant that uses oil as its primary fuel. It operates as a peaking plant, providing electricity during periods of high demand.
Orrville Peaking is owned by American Mun Power-Ohio Inc.
Diesel power plants in the US are subject to the Clean Air Act, including the National Ambient Air Quality Standards (NAAQS), the Acid Rain Program, and the Cross-State Air Pollution Rule (CSAPR), which regulate emissions of SO2, NOx, and other pollutants.
Orrville Peaking has a capacity of 5.4 megawatts (MW), classifying it as a small-scale power generation facility.