Overview
ATT Jericho is a 1 MW gas power plant in New York, United States, operated by Bloom Energy. The facility is operational and serves local power needs.
ATT Jericho is a gas-fired power plant located in New York, United States, with a capacity of 1 MW. The facility is owned and operated by Bloom Energy and is currently operational. As a small-scale gas power plant, it contributes to the local energy grid. The plant operates under the regulatory framework of the US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), including the Clean Air Act (CAA) and its associated programs such as the National Ambient Air Quality Standards (NAAQS) and the Acid Rain Program. These regulations govern emissions of pollutants like SOx, NOx, and CO2 from power generation facilities. Given its small capacity, ATT Jericho likely serves a niche role, such as backup power or distributed generation for a specific facility or community. Its gas fuel type results in lower CO2 emissions compared to coal, but still contributes to the overall environmental footprint of power generation in the region.
Environmental context
The plant's small capacity (1 MW) and gas fuel type result in relatively low emissions compared to larger fossil fuel plants. However, its location in a populated area of New York may raise considerations regarding local air quality and proximity to residential zones. Modern gas plants often employ efficient combustion technologies to minimize environmental impact.
Frequently asked questions
ATT Jericho is located in New York, United States, at coordinates 40.830200, -73.352200.
ATT Jericho is a gas power plant with a capacity of 1 MW, owned and operated by Bloom Energy.
ATT Jericho is currently operational.
Gas power plants in the US must comply with the Clean Air Act (CAA), including NAAQS, the Acid Rain Program, and CSAPR, which regulate emissions of SOx, NOx, and other pollutants.
With a capacity of 1 MW, ATT Jericho likely serves as a distributed generation source, providing power for local facilities or backup generation.