Overview
Dan River is a 697.9 MW gas-fired power plant in North Carolina, owned by Duke Energy Carolinas. It operates under US EPA regulations including the Clean Air Act.
Dan River is a gas-fired power plant located in North Carolina, United States, with a capacity of 697.9 MW. The facility is owned by Duke Energy Carolinas and is currently operational, serving the regional power grid. The plant operates under the regulatory framework of the US Environmental Protection Agency, including the Clean Air Act, National Ambient Air Quality Standards (NAAQS), and the Cross-State Air Pollution Rule (CSAPR). As a gas-fired facility, it benefits from lower emissions of sulfur dioxide and nitrogen oxides compared to coal plants, aligning with modern environmental standards. Dan River plays a significant role in the local energy mix, providing reliable power to the region. Its gas-fired technology supports grid stability and helps meet electricity demand while maintaining a relatively lower environmental footprint than older fossil fuel plants.
Environmental context
The plant's gas-fired technology results in lower CO2, SOx, and NOx emissions compared to coal-fired plants. Its location in North Carolina places it within a region with moderate population density, and the facility's capacity of 697.9 MW is considered medium-to-large for a gas plant. The use of natural gas as primary fuel reduces local air quality impacts relative to solid fuel alternatives.
Frequently asked questions
The Dan River power plant is located in North Carolina, United States, at coordinates 36.4862 N, -79.7208 W.
The Dan River plant uses natural gas as its primary fuel, making it a gas-fired power plant.
The Dan River power plant has a capacity of 697.9 megawatts (MW), which is a medium-to-large scale for a gas-fired facility.
The Dan River power plant is owned by Duke Energy Carolinas, LLC, a major utility in the southeastern United States.
The Dan River plant operates under US EPA regulations including the Clean Air Act, NAAQS, and CSAPR, which set limits on emissions of pollutants like SOx and NOx.