Overview
491 E 48th Street is a 161.7 MW gas power plant in Holland, Michigan, owned by the City of Holland. It provides electricity to the local grid.
491 E 48th Street is a natural gas power plant located in Holland, Michigan, United States. With a capacity of 161.7 MW, it is a medium-scale facility within the US gas power sector. The plant is owned by the City of Holland and is currently operational, serving the local community's electricity needs. The plant operates on natural gas, a fuel that produces lower CO2 emissions compared to coal but still contributes to greenhouse gas emissions. As a gas-fired facility, it likely uses combined cycle or simple cycle technology, which affects efficiency and emissions. The plant falls under US EPA regulations, including the Clean Air Act and New Source Performance Standards for greenhouse gases. As a municipal utility asset, 491 E 48th Street plays a key role in Holland's energy infrastructure, providing reliable power to residents and businesses. Its location in western Michigan places it within a region with a mix of industrial and residential demand, supporting grid stability and local economic activity.
Environmental context
The plant's natural gas fuel source results in lower SOx and NOx emissions compared to coal, but CO2 emissions remain a concern. Its location in Holland, a city with a population of around 33,000, means it is near populated areas, requiring adherence to air quality standards. The facility's age and technology (subcritical vs. Typical gas plants of this scale may use combined cycle technology for higher efficiency.
Frequently asked questions
491 E 48th Street is located in Holland, Michigan, United States.
The plant has a capacity of 161.7 megawatts (MW), making it a medium-scale gas power plant.
The plant is owned by the City of Holland, a municipal utility.
As a US gas power plant, it must comply with the Clean Air Act, including New Source Performance Standards for greenhouse gases and air pollutants like NOx and SOx.
The plant uses natural gas as its primary fuel, which produces lower emissions than coal but still contributes to CO2 emissions.