Overview
Erie Coke is a 2.5 MW gas power plant in Erie, Pennsylvania, operated by Erie Coke Corp. It serves the local industrial grid with a small-scale generation capacity.
Erie Coke is a gas-fired power plant located in Erie, Pennsylvania, United States. With a capacity of 2.5 MW, it is a small-scale facility within the US power generation sector, primarily supporting local industrial operations. The plant is owned and operated by Erie Coke Corp and is currently operational. 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. As a gas-fired facility, it benefits from lower emissions compared to coal plants, though its small size limits its overall impact on the regional grid. Erie Coke plays a niche role in the local energy landscape, providing power to nearby industrial users. Its location in Erie, a city on Lake Erie, places it in a region with a mix of manufacturing and service industries. The plant's small capacity and gas fuel type contribute to a relatively modest environmental footprint compared to larger fossil fuel facilities.
Environmental context
As a gas-fired power plant, Erie Coke produces lower levels of sulfur dioxide (SO2), nitrogen oxides (NOx), and particulate matter compared to coal-fired plants. However, its proximity to Lake Erie and the surrounding urban area means that emissions are subject to local air quality regulations. The plant's small capacity (2.5 MW) limits its overall environmental impact, but it still contributes to regional greenhouse gas emissions. The facility operates under US EPA standards, including the Clean Air Act, which mandates emission controls and monitoring.
Frequently asked questions
Erie Coke is located in Erie, Pennsylvania, United States, near Lake Erie.
Erie Coke has a capacity of 2.5 megawatts (MW), making it a small-scale gas power plant.
Erie Coke is owned and operated by Erie Coke Corp.
Gas power plants in the US must comply with the Clean Air Act (CAA), including National Ambient Air Quality Standards (NAAQS) and the Acid Rain Program, which regulate emissions of SO2, NOx, and other pollutants.
With a capacity of 2.5 MW, Erie Coke is a small facility, resulting in lower overall emissions compared to larger power plants. Its gas fuel type also produces fewer pollutants than coal.