Overview
CPV Towantic Energy Center is an 841.5 MW gas-fired power plant in Connecticut, United States. It operates under US EPA regulations including the Clean Air Act.
CPV Towantic Energy Center is a gas-fired power generation facility located in Connecticut, United States, with a capacity of 841.5 MW. The plant is owned by CPV Towantic LLC and is currently operational, contributing to the regional power grid. The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the US Environmental Protection Agency, including the Clean Air Act, National Ambient Air Quality Standards, and the Cross-State Air Pollution Rule. As a gas-fired plant, it benefits from lower emissions compared to coal-fired units, aligning with modern environmental standards. The plant plays a significant role in meeting electricity demand in Connecticut and the broader New England region. Its gas-fired technology provides flexible and reliable power, supporting grid stability and integration of renewable energy sources.
Environmental context
The CPV Towantic Energy Center, as a gas-fired power plant, has a lower carbon and pollutant footprint compared to coal plants. Its location in Connecticut places it within a region with stringent air quality regulations under the US EPA. The plant's capacity of 841.5 MW indicates a significant scale, and its modern gas technology likely incorporates efficient combustion and emission controls to minimize environmental impact.
Frequently asked questions
CPV Towantic Energy Center is located in Connecticut, United States, at coordinates 41.481200, -73.123100.
The CPV Towantic Energy Center has a capacity of 841.5 megawatts (MW), making it a large-scale gas-fired power plant.
CPV Towantic Energy Center is owned by CPV Towantic LLC.
Gas power plants in the US must comply with the Clean Air Act, including National Ambient Air Quality Standards (NAAQS), the Acid Rain Program, and the Cross-State Air Pollution Rule (CSAPR).
The primary fuel used at CPV Towantic Energy Center is natural gas.