Overview
EG178 Facility is a 153.9 MW gas power plant in Texas, United States, operated by Kinder Morgan Production Company LP. It provides electricity to the local grid.
EG178 Facility is a natural gas-fired power generation station located in Texas, United States. With a capacity of 153.9 MW, it falls within the medium-scale range for gas power plants in the country. The facility is owned and operated by Kinder Morgan Production Company LP, a major energy infrastructure company. The plant utilizes natural gas as its primary fuel, a cleaner-burning fossil fuel compared to coal. It operates under the regulatory framework of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), including the Clean Air Act (CAA) and associated programs such as the National Ambient Air Quality Standards (NAAQS) and the Acid Rain Program. These regulations govern emissions of SOx, NOx, and other pollutants, ensuring compliance with environmental standards. EG178 Facility plays a role in meeting regional electricity demand in Texas, contributing to the state's diverse energy mix. Its operational status and capacity support grid reliability. The facility's environmental footprint is managed through adherence to federal and state regulations, with continuous monitoring and reporting requirements.
Environmental context
The facility's gas-fired technology produces lower CO2 emissions per MWh compared to coal plants, but still contributes to greenhouse gas emissions. Its location in a semi-arid region of Texas may have implications for water usage in cooling processes. Typical gas plants are sited with consideration for air quality impacts under the Clean Air Act.
Frequently asked questions
EG178 Facility is located in Texas, United States, at coordinates 32.747100, -100.954700.
EG178 Facility has a capacity of 153.9 megawatts (MW), making it a medium-scale gas power plant.
EG178 Facility is owned by Kinder Morgan Production Company LP, a major energy infrastructure company.
EG178 Facility operates under the U.S. Clean Air Act, including NAAQS, the Acid Rain Program, and CSAPR, which regulate emissions of SOx, NOx, and other pollutants.
EG178 Facility uses natural gas as its primary fuel, which produces lower CO2 emissions per MWh compared to coal.