Overview
Consumer Operations LLC is a 90.8 MW gas power plant in Green Bay, Wisconsin, United States. Owned by Georgia-Pacific Consumer Oper. Green Bay LLC, it is an operational facility serving the local grid.
Consumer Operations LLC is a gas-fired power generation facility located in Green Bay, Wisconsin, United States. With a capacity of 90.8 MW, it falls into the small-to-medium scale range for gas power plants in the country. The plant is owned by Georgia-Pacific Consumer Oper. Green Bay LLC and is currently operational. The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), including the Clean Air Act (CAA) and its National Ambient Air Quality Standards (NAAQS), as well as programs like the Acid Rain Program and the Cross-State Air Pollution Rule (CSAPR). As a gas-fired plant, it typically has lower emissions of sulfur dioxide (SO2) and nitrogen oxides (NOx) compared to coal-fired plants, though carbon dioxide (CO2) emissions are still a consideration. Located in Green Bay, Wisconsin, the plant contributes to the regional power supply, supporting industrial and residential needs. Its proximity to the Fox River and urban areas may involve local environmental considerations, but the plant's gas-fired technology generally aligns with cleaner energy standards. The facility plays a role in the state's energy mix, which includes a growing share of natural gas generation.
Environmental context
The plant's gas-fired technology results in lower SOx and NOx emissions compared to coal, but CO2 emissions remain a factor. Its location in Green Bay, a populated area near the Fox River, may require adherence to local air quality standards. The facility's age and technology (likely combined cycle or simple cycle) influence its efficiency and environmental footprint. Overall, gas power plants in the U.S. are subject to EPA regulations that aim to reduce emissions and protect public health.
Frequently asked questions
Consumer Operations LLC is located in Green Bay, Wisconsin, United States, at coordinates 44.4936° N, -88.0303° W.
It is a gas power plant with a capacity of 90.8 MW, owned by Georgia-Pacific Consumer Oper. Green Bay LLC.
The plant has a capacity of 90.8 megawatts (MW), which is typical for a small-to-medium scale gas-fired facility.
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 is owned by Georgia-Pacific Consumer Oper. Green Bay LLC, a subsidiary of Georgia-Pacific, a major paper and building products manufacturer.