Overview
Cutrale Citrus Juices USA I is a 4.1 MW gas power plant in Florida, United States, owned by Cutrale Citrus Juices USA Inc. It supports industrial operations with natural gas-fired generation.
Cutrale Citrus Juices USA I is a gas-fired power plant located in Florida, United States, with a capacity of 4.1 MW. The facility is owned by Cutrale Citrus Juices USA Inc and is currently operational. As a small-scale gas power plant, it primarily serves the energy needs of the associated citrus juice processing facility. The plant operates under the regulatory framework of the United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), including the Clean Air Act (CAA) and its National Ambient Air Quality Standards (NAAQS). Gas-fired plants of this size are typically subject to New Source Performance Standards (NSPS) and may require permits under the Prevention of Significant Deterioration (PSD) program. The use of natural gas as a fuel results in lower emissions of sulfur dioxide (SO2) and particulate matter compared to coal or oil. This facility plays a role in providing reliable on-site power for industrial operations, reducing reliance on grid electricity. Its location in Florida, a state with growing energy demand, underscores the importance of distributed generation. The plant's small capacity and gas fuel type contribute to a relatively lower environmental footprint within the power generation sector.
Environmental context
The plant's gas fuel type results in lower CO2, SO2, and NOx emissions per MWh compared to coal or oil. Its small capacity (4.1 MW) limits overall emissions. Located in Florida, the facility operates in a region with moderate air quality concerns, but its industrial setting may involve proximity to citrus groves and water resources. Compliance with EPA regulations ensures emission controls are in place.
Frequently asked questions
Cutrale Citrus Juices USA I is located in Florida, United States, at coordinates 28.811800, -81.865300.
The plant has a capacity of 4.1 megawatts (MW), making it a small-scale gas power plant.
The plant is owned by Cutrale Citrus Juices USA Inc, a company in the citrus juice industry.
Gas power plants in the US are regulated under the Clean Air Act, including NAAQS, NSPS, and PSD programs. The EPA sets emission limits for NOx, SO2, and other pollutants.
Small gas plants like Cutrale Citrus Juices USA I have lower emissions per MWh than coal or oil plants. Natural gas combustion produces less CO2, SO2, and NOx, and modern turbines can achieve high efficiency.