Overview
Charter Dura-Bar is a 6 MW gas power plant in Illinois, United States, operated by Wells Manufacturing Co. It serves as a small-scale generation facility within the local grid.
Charter Dura-Bar is a gas-fired power plant located in Illinois, United States, with a capacity of 6 MW. Operated by Wells Manufacturing Co, the facility is classified as a small-scale gas power plant, contributing to the regional energy mix. Its operational status is active, supporting local electricity needs. The plant utilizes natural gas as its primary fuel, a cleaner-burning fossil fuel compared to coal. In the United States, gas power plants are subject to federal regulations under the Clean Air Act, including National Ambient Air Quality Standards (NAAQS) and the Cross-State Air Pollution Rule (CSAPR). These regulations aim to control emissions of sulfur dioxide (SO2), nitrogen oxides (NOx), and other pollutants. The plant's small capacity suggests it may operate as a peaking unit or for industrial cogeneration. As a small gas plant, Charter Dura-Bar has a relatively lower environmental footprint compared to larger coal or oil facilities. Its location in Illinois places it within a state with a diverse energy portfolio, including nuclear, coal, and renewables. The plant likely plays a role in providing reliable power to the local community or industrial operations, supporting grid stability and energy security.
Environmental context
The plant's gas fuel type results in lower CO2, SOx, and NOx emissions per MWh compared to coal or oil. Its small capacity (6 MW) limits its overall environmental impact. Proximity to populated areas in Illinois may require adherence to local air quality standards. Modern gas plants often employ combined cycle or simple cycle turbines with emission controls.
Frequently asked questions
Charter Dura-Bar is located in Illinois, United States, at coordinates 42.289100, -88.413000.
Charter Dura-Bar is a gas power plant with a capacity of 6 MW, using natural gas as its primary fuel.
The plant is owned by Wells Manufacturing Co and is currently operational.
Gas power plants in the U.S. must comply with the Clean Air Act, including NAAQS, CSAPR, and the Acid Rain Program, which regulate emissions of SO2, NOx, and other pollutants.
With a capacity of 6 MW, Charter Dura-Bar is considered a small-scale gas plant, often used for peaking power or industrial cogeneration, compared to larger combined cycle plants that can exceed 500 MW.