Overview
EQX012 Harz Fuel Cell is a 2.5 MW gas power plant located in the United States, operated by 2016 ESA Project Company LLC. It is an operational facility contributing to local power generation.
EQX012 Harz Fuel Cell is a gas power plant with a capacity of 2.5 MW, located in the United States. The facility is owned by 2016 ESA Project Company LLC and is currently operational. As a small-scale gas power plant, it plays a role in the local energy mix. The plant operates under the regulatory framework of the US 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 sulfur dioxide (SO2), nitrogen oxides (NOx), and other pollutants. The plant's small capacity and use of natural gas as fuel typically result in lower emissions compared to larger coal-fired facilities. This facility contributes to grid stability and local power supply, particularly in its immediate area. Its fuel cell technology represents a modern, efficient approach to power generation, with potential for lower environmental impact relative to traditional combustion-based plants. The plant's operational status ensures ongoing contribution to the region's energy needs.
Environmental context
The plant's use of natural gas as fuel results in lower CO2 emissions per megawatt-hour compared to coal or oil, but still contributes to greenhouse gas emissions. Its small capacity (2.5 MW) limits its overall environmental footprint. The facility's location in a populated area may raise considerations regarding local air quality, though modern gas plants are subject to stringent EPA emissions standards under the Clean Air Act.
Frequently asked questions
EQX012 Harz Fuel Cell is located in the United States, with coordinates approximately 40.7778° N, -74.0759° W.
EQX012 Harz Fuel Cell is a gas power plant, specifically a fuel cell facility, with a capacity of 2.5 MW.
The plant is owned by 2016 ESA Project Company LLC.
As a US-based gas power plant, EQX012 Harz Fuel Cell operates under the Clean Air Act, including NAAQS, the Acid Rain Program, and CSAPR, which regulate emissions of SO2, NOx, and other pollutants.
The plant has a capacity of 2.5 MW, classifying it as a small-scale power generation facility.