Overview
Pebbly Beach Generating Station Hybrid is a 12.7 MW diesel power plant in California, USA, operated by Southern California Edison Co. It provides peaking capacity to the local grid.
Pebbly Beach Generating Station Hybrid is a diesel-powered generating facility located on Santa Catalina Island, California, United States. With a capacity of 12.7 MW, it is a small-scale plant serving the island's isolated grid. The facility is owned and operated by Southern California Edison Co and is currently operational. The plant uses oil as its primary fuel, typical for diesel generators that provide peaking or backup power. In the context of California's stringent environmental regulations, including the California Air Resources Board (CARB) standards, such facilities must comply with emission limits for NOx, SOx, and particulate matter. As a key infrastructure asset for Catalina Island, the plant ensures reliable electricity supply to the local community and businesses. Its small capacity and remote location reduce its regional environmental footprint, but diesel generation still contributes to local air quality concerns. The facility's role in grid stability is critical for the island's energy security.
Environmental context
The plant's diesel fuel combustion produces CO2, NOx, SOx, and particulate matter, impacting local air quality on Santa Catalina Island. Its proximity to populated areas and sensitive ecosystems necessitates compliance with California's strict emission standards. The small capacity limits overall emissions, but the reliance on fossil fuels contrasts with the state's renewable energy goals.
Frequently asked questions
Pebbly Beach Generating Station Hybrid is located on Santa Catalina Island, California, United States, near the city of Avalon.
It is a diesel power plant with a capacity of 12.7 MW, primarily using oil as fuel.
The plant is owned and operated by Southern California Edison Co, a major utility serving the region.
The plant must comply with the US Clean Air Act, including National Ambient Air Quality Standards (NAAQS) and California Air Resources Board (CARB) rules for NOx, SOx, and particulate emissions.