Bowling Green Peaking Gas Power Plant | Ohio, United States

Bowling Green Peaking is a gas-fired power plant located in Ohio, United States, with a capacity of 32 MW. The facility is owned and operated by American Mun Power-Ohio Inc and is classified as a peaking plant, designed to operate during periods of high electricity demand. As a gas power plant, it contributes to the regional grid stability in the Midwest. 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. Gas-fired peaking plants typically use simple-cycle gas turbines, which have lower efficiency than combined-cycle plants but offer quick start-up capabilities. The 32 MW capacity places it in the small-scale category for gas power generation in the US. Bowling Green Peaking plays a role in supporting the local power grid by providing additional capacity during peak load times. Its gas fuel source results in lower CO2 emissions compared to coal-fired plants, though it still contributes to local air quality considerations. The facility's location in Ohio, a state with a diverse energy mix, underscores its importance in maintaining reliable electricity supply.

The plant's gas fuel type results in lower CO2, SOx, and NOx emissions compared to coal-fired generation, but it still contributes to greenhouse gas emissions and local air quality impacts. As a peaking plant, it operates intermittently, reducing its overall environmental footprint relative to baseload plants. Its location in Ohio, a state with a mix of coal, gas, and renewable energy, means it operates within a regulatory context that includes EPA emissions standards and state-level environmental policies.