Overview
Osborne is a 7.1 MW diesel power plant in Osborne, Kansas, United States. It is owned by the City of Osborne and provides local power generation.
Osborne is a diesel power plant located in Osborne, Kansas, United States. With a capacity of 7.1 MW, it is a small-scale facility serving the local community. The plant is owned by the City of Osborne and is currently operational. The plant operates on oil as its primary fuel, a common choice for smaller diesel plants. In the United States, such facilities are subject to the Clean Air Act (CAA) regulations, including National Ambient Air Quality Standards (NAAQS) and other emission control programs. Diesel plants typically have higher emissions per MWh compared to natural gas combined cycle plants, but their small scale limits overall impact. As a municipal utility, Osborne plays a role in ensuring local grid reliability and energy independence for the city. Its small capacity makes it suitable for peak shaving or emergency backup. The plant's location in rural Kansas means it serves a relatively small population, reducing exposure to densely populated areas.
Environmental context
The plant uses oil as fuel, which results in higher CO2, SOx, and NOx emissions per MWh compared to natural gas. Its small capacity (7.1 MW) limits total emissions. Located in rural Kansas, the plant is not in close proximity to major population centers, reducing local air quality impacts. The facility must comply with US EPA regulations under the Clean Air Act, including emission limits for criteria pollutants.
Frequently asked questions
The Osborne power plant is located in Osborne, Kansas, United States, at coordinates 39.4420, -98.6903.
The Osborne power plant has a capacity of 7.1 megawatts (MW), making it a small-scale diesel power plant.
The Osborne power plant is owned by the City of Osborne, Kansas.
Diesel power plants in the United States are regulated under the Clean Air Act (CAA), including National Ambient Air Quality Standards (NAAQS) and the Acid Rain Program. They must comply with emission limits for SO2, NOx, and particulate matter.
Small diesel power plants like Osborne often serve as peaking plants or emergency backup for local grids, providing reliability during high demand or outages.