Overview
Extreme San Ignacio is a 1 MW gas power plant in California, United States, operated by Bloom Energy. It contributes to local grid stability with small-scale gas-fired generation.
Extreme San Ignacio is a gas power plant located in California, United States, with a capacity of 1 MW. Operated by Bloom Energy, this facility is classified as a small-scale gas power plant, typical of distributed generation assets that support local energy needs. The plant is operational and plays a role in the region's energy mix. The plant operates under the regulatory framework of the United States 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, but still falls under emission monitoring and reporting requirements. The small capacity suggests it may use reciprocating engines or small turbines. Environmentally, the plant's gas fuel source results in lower CO2, SOx, and NOx emissions per MWh compared to coal or oil. Its location in California, a state with stringent environmental regulations, ensures compliance with state-level emission standards. The plant's small scale and distributed nature minimize local air quality impacts, while contributing to grid reliability in the surrounding area.
Environmental context
The plant's gas fuel type results in a moderate carbon footprint relative to coal, but lower SOx and NOx emissions. Its small capacity (1 MW) limits local environmental impact, and its location in California subjects it to strict state and federal air quality regulations. Proximity to populated areas is typical for distributed generation, but the small scale reduces potential exposure risks.
Frequently asked questions
Extreme San Ignacio is located in California, United States, at coordinates 37.237000, -121.785300.
Extreme San Ignacio is a gas power plant with a capacity of 1 MW, operated by Bloom Energy.
The plant has a capacity of 1 megawatt (MW), classifying it as a small-scale gas power plant.
Gas power plants in the US must comply with the Clean Air Act, including NAAQS, the Acid Rain Program, and CSAPR, which regulate emissions of SO2, NOx, and other pollutants.
As a small distributed generation facility, it provides localized power generation, enhancing grid reliability and reducing transmission losses in its area.