Overview
CML&P Generating Facility No. 2 is a 56 MW gas power plant in Coffeyville, Kansas, owned by the City of Coffeyville. It operates as a natural gas-fired facility serving the local community.
CML&P Generating Facility No. 2 is a natural gas power plant located in Coffeyville, Kansas, United States. With a capacity of 56 MW, it is a medium-scale facility within the gas power generation sector. The plant is owned by the City of Coffeyville and is currently operational, providing electricity to the local grid. The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), including the Clean Air Act (CAA) and associated programs such as the National Ambient Air Quality Standards (NAAQS) 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 plants, aligning with modern environmental standards. This plant plays a key role in meeting the power demands of Coffeyville and the surrounding region. Its natural gas fuel source contributes to a lower carbon footprint relative to coal, supporting the transition toward cleaner energy. The facility's operational status ensures reliable electricity supply for residential, commercial, and industrial users in the area.
Environmental context
The plant's natural gas fuel type results in lower CO2, SO2, and NOx emissions compared to coal-fired generation, reducing its local environmental impact. Its location in Coffeyville, a small city in southeastern Kansas, means it is not in close proximity to major population centers, minimizing exposure risks. The facility's capacity of 56 MW places it in the medium-scale range, with typical gas plant efficiencies around 40-60% depending on technology.
Frequently asked questions
CML&P Generating Facility No. 2 is located in Coffeyville, Kansas, United States, at coordinates 37.0930, -95.5852.
The facility has a capacity of 56 megawatts (MW), making it a medium-scale gas power plant.
The plant is owned by the City of Coffeyville, Kansas.
As a U.S. facility, it must comply with the Clean Air Act, including NAAQS, the Acid Rain Program, and CSAPR, which regulate emissions of SO2, NOx, and other pollutants.
The plant uses natural gas as its primary fuel, which produces lower emissions compared to coal-fired plants.