Overview
CC Perry K is a 23.4 MW gas power plant in Indianapolis, Indiana, operated by Citizens Thermal Energy. It provides electricity to the local grid.
CC Perry K is a gas-fired power plant located in Indianapolis, Indiana, United States. With a capacity of 23.4 MW, it is a small-scale facility within the U.S. power generation sector. The plant is owned and operated by Citizens Thermal Energy, a utility serving the Indianapolis area. The plant operates under the regulatory framework of the U.S. 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. As a gas-fired plant, it benefits from lower emissions of sulfur dioxide (SO2) and nitrogen oxides (NOx) compared to coal-fired plants, though it still contributes to carbon dioxide (CO2) emissions. CC Perry K plays a role in meeting local electricity demand in Indianapolis, a major Midwestern city. Its relatively small capacity suggests it may serve as a peaking plant or provide supplemental power during periods of high demand. The plant's operation supports grid reliability and community energy needs.
Environmental context
The plant's gas fuel type results in lower SO2 and NOx emissions compared to coal, but CO2 emissions remain a concern. Its location in Indianapolis, a populated urban area, means emissions affect local air quality. Its small capacity suggests it may use older combustion turbine technology. Proximity to residential areas could increase local environmental impact.
Frequently asked questions
CC Perry K is located in Indianapolis, Indiana, United States, at coordinates 39.763100, -86.166700.
CC Perry K has a capacity of 23.4 megawatts (MW), making it a small-scale gas power plant.
CC Perry K is owned and operated by Citizens Thermal Energy, a utility serving the Indianapolis area.
As a U.S. power plant, CC Perry K must comply with the Clean Air Act, including NAAQS, the Acid Rain Program, and CSAPR, which regulate emissions of SO2, NOx, and other pollutants.
CC Perry K provides electricity to the Indianapolis grid, likely serving as a peaking plant or supplemental source during high demand periods.