Overview
Elgin Energy Center LLC is a 540 MW gas-fired power plant in Illinois, United States. It operates under US EPA regulations including the Clean Air Act and Acid Rain Program.
Elgin Energy Center LLC is a gas-fired power generation facility located in Illinois, United States, with a capacity of 540 megawatts. The plant is operational and owned by Elgin Energy Center LLC. This scale places it among medium-to-large gas power plants in the region. The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), including the Clean Air Act (CAA) National Ambient Air Quality Standards (NAAQS), the Acid Rain Program, and the Cross-State Air Pollution Rule (CSAPR). As a gas-fired plant, it typically has lower emissions of sulfur dioxide (SO2) and particulate matter compared to coal-fired plants, but still requires compliance with NOx and CO2 standards. The plant contributes to the regional power grid, serving the local community and supporting energy reliability in Illinois. Its gas-fired technology offers operational flexibility, making it suitable for meeting peak demand and integrating with renewable energy sources. The facility's location in a populated area underscores the importance of maintaining stringent emission controls.
Environmental context
The plant's gas-fired technology results in lower CO2, SOx, and NOx emissions compared to coal-fired plants, but still contributes to greenhouse gas emissions. Its location in Illinois, a state with diverse energy mix, means it operates alongside nuclear, coal, and renewable sources. Proximity to populated areas necessitates adherence to strict air quality standards under the Clean Air Act to minimize local pollution impacts.
Frequently asked questions
Elgin Energy Center LLC is located in Illinois, United States, at coordinates 42.000100, -88.244600.
Elgin Energy Center LLC is a gas-fired power plant with a capacity of 540 megawatts.
Elgin Energy Center LLC is owned by Elgin Energy Center LLC.
As a US gas power plant, it must comply with the Clean Air Act, including NAAQS, the Acid Rain Program, and CSAPR, which regulate emissions of SO2, NOx, and other pollutants.
With 540 MW capacity, it is a medium-to-large gas plant in Illinois, contributing to grid reliability and peak demand management, with lower emissions than coal plants.