Overview
Dartmouth Power Associates LP is a 97.4 MW gas-fired power plant in Massachusetts, United States. It is operated by Morris Energy Operations Company LLC and supplies electricity to the regional grid.
Dartmouth Power Associates LP is a gas-fired power generation facility located in Massachusetts, United States. With a capacity of 97.4 MW, it is classified as a medium-scale plant within the US power generation sector. The plant is owned and operated by Morris Energy Operations Company LLC and is currently in operational status. The facility operates on natural gas, a fuel type that produces lower CO2 emissions compared to coal but still contributes to greenhouse gas emissions. As a gas plant, it likely uses combined cycle or simple cycle technology, typical for plants of this size in the US. The plant is subject to federal regulations under the Clean Air Act, including NAAQS and the Acid Rain Program, which set limits on SO2 and NOx emissions. Dartmouth Power Associates LP plays a role in meeting regional electricity demand in Massachusetts. Its location near populated areas may influence local air quality, but modern gas plants are generally designed with emission controls. The plant contributes to grid reliability and supports the transition from coal to cleaner natural gas generation.
Environmental context
The plant's gas-fired operation results in lower CO2, SOx, and NOx emissions compared to coal plants, but still contributes to regional air quality concerns. Its location in Massachusetts, a state with stringent environmental regulations, means it must comply with state-level emission standards in addition to federal requirements. Proximity to populated areas may necessitate additional controls to minimize local pollution impacts.
Frequently asked questions
Dartmouth Power Associates LP is located in Massachusetts, United States, with coordinates 41.673100 N, -70.999400 W.
The plant has a capacity of 97.4 megawatts (MW), making it a medium-scale gas-fired power plant.
The plant is owned and operated by Morris Energy Operations Company 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).
Gas-fired plants produce lower CO2, SOx, and NOx emissions than coal plants, but still emit greenhouse gases and pollutants. Modern plants use technologies like combined cycle and emission controls to reduce their footprint.