Overview
Attala is a 551.3 MW gas-fired power plant in Mississippi, USA, operated by Entergy Mississippi LLC. It supplies electricity to the regional grid under US EPA regulatory frameworks.
Attala is a gas-fired power plant located in Mississippi, United States, with a capacity of 551.3 MW. It is owned and operated by Entergy Mississippi LLC, a major utility in the region. The plant is currently operational and plays a key role in meeting local electricity demand. The facility operates under the regulatory oversight of the US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), including the Clean Air Act (CAA) and its associated programs such as the Acid Rain Program and the Cross-State Air Pollution Rule (CSAPR). As a gas-fired plant, it benefits from lower emissions of sulfur dioxide (SO2) and nitrogen oxides (NOx) compared to coal-fired units, aligning with modern environmental standards. Attala contributes to the stability of the regional power grid, serving residential, commercial, and industrial customers in Mississippi. Its gas-fired technology provides flexible generation that can complement renewable energy sources, supporting grid reliability and energy transition goals.
Environmental context
As a gas-fired power plant, Attala produces lower CO2 emissions per MWh than coal plants, but still contributes to greenhouse gas emissions. Its location in rural Mississippi reduces direct population exposure to air pollutants. The plant's compliance with EPA regulations, including the Acid Rain Program and CSAPR, ensures controlled emissions of SO2 and NOx. The use of natural gas as primary fuel aligns with the broader US trend toward cleaner fossil fuel generation.
Frequently asked questions
Attala is located in Mississippi, United States, at coordinates 33.014700, -89.675300.
Attala has a capacity of 551.3 MW, making it a mid-sized gas-fired power plant.
Attala is owned and operated by Entergy Mississippi LLC, a subsidiary of Entergy Corporation.
Attala must comply with US EPA regulations including the Clean Air Act, Acid Rain Program, and Cross-State Air Pollution Rule (CSAPR), which limit emissions of SO2, NOx, and other pollutants.
Attala uses natural gas as its primary fuel, which produces fewer emissions compared to coal.