Overview
Arlington Valley Energy Facility is a 713 MW gas-fired power plant in Arizona, United States. It is owned by Arlington Valley LLC and operates as a key electricity generation asset in the region.
Arlington Valley Energy Facility is a gas-fired power plant located in Arizona, United States, with a capacity of 713 megawatts. The facility is owned by Arlington Valley LLC and is currently operational, contributing to the state's power generation mix. The plant operates on natural gas, a fuel that offers lower CO2 emissions compared to coal but still requires compliance with US EPA regulations under the Clean Air Act, including NAAQS and CSAPR. As a medium-to-large scale gas plant, Arlington Valley Energy Facility plays a significant role in meeting regional electricity demand. Its location in the arid Southwest highlights the importance of efficient water use in power generation, though specific water sources are not detailed.
Environmental context
The facility's gas fuel type results in lower CO2, SOx, and NOx emissions compared to coal plants, but still contributes to greenhouse gas emissions. Its location in a semi-arid region may raise considerations for water usage in cooling processes.
Frequently asked questions
Arlington Valley Energy Facility is located in Arizona, United States, near coordinates 33.3417° N, -112.8897° W.
It is a gas-fired power plant with a capacity of 713 megawatts, owned by Arlington Valley LLC.
The facility has a capacity of 713 megawatts, making it a medium-to-large scale gas power plant.
Gas power plants in the US must comply with the Clean Air Act, including NAAQS for air pollutants, and may be subject to CSAPR for cross-state pollution. They also face greenhouse gas reporting requirements.
As a 713 MW gas plant, it provides reliable baseload or peaking power to the Arizona grid, supporting regional electricity demand and grid stability.