Overview
Coalinga 25D Cogen is a 13.6 MW gas power plant in California, USA, owned by Chevron USA Inc. It is operational and contributes to local power generation.
Coalinga 25D Cogen is a gas-fired power plant located in California, United States, with a capacity of 13.6 MW. Owned by Chevron USA Inc, the facility is operational and serves as a small-scale cogeneration unit within the state's diverse energy portfolio. The plant operates under the regulatory framework of the US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), including the Clean Air Act (CAA) and associated programs such as the National Ambient Air Quality Standards (NAAQS) and the Acid Rain Program. As a gas-fired facility, it typically produces lower emissions of sulfur dioxide (SO2) and nitrogen oxides (NOx) compared to coal-fired plants, aligning with modern environmental standards. Cogeneration plants like Coalinga 25D Cogen enhance energy efficiency by simultaneously generating electricity and useful thermal energy. This facility supports local grid stability and provides power for nearby industrial or residential needs, contributing to California's energy infrastructure while adhering to state and federal environmental regulations.
Environmental context
As a gas-fired power plant, Coalinga 25D Cogen has a relatively lower carbon footprint compared to coal-fired facilities, but still emits CO2 and other pollutants. Its location in California subjects it to stringent state and federal air quality regulations, including the EPA's Clean Air Act and California's own emission standards. The plant's small capacity (13.6 MW) limits its environmental impact, and cogeneration improves overall efficiency by utilizing waste heat.
Frequently asked questions
Coalinga 25D Cogen is located in California, United States, at coordinates 36.155600, -120.397200.
Coalinga 25D Cogen has a capacity of 13.6 megawatts (MW), making it a small-scale gas power plant.
Coalinga 25D Cogen is owned by Chevron USA Inc.
Gas power plants in the USA are regulated under the Clean Air Act (CAA), including programs like the Acid Rain Program and Cross-State Air Pollution Rule (CSAPR), which set limits on emissions of SO2, NOx, and other pollutants.
Cogeneration, or combined heat and power (CHP), simultaneously produces electricity and useful thermal energy. Coalinga 25D Cogen uses this process to improve overall efficiency, reducing fuel consumption and emissions compared to separate generation.