Overview
Fullerton Mill CHP is a 21 MW gas power plant in California, USA, owned by Kimberly-Clark Worldwide Inc. The facility is operational and supports industrial energy needs.
Fullerton Mill CHP is a gas-fired combined heat and power plant located in California, United States. With a capacity of 21 MW, it is a small-scale facility within the US power generation sector, primarily serving the energy demands of the adjacent industrial operations owned by Kimberly-Clark Worldwide Inc. The plant operates on natural gas, a cleaner-burning fossil fuel compared to coal, and its combined heat and power configuration enhances overall efficiency by capturing waste heat for industrial processes. In the US, gas power plants are subject to federal regulations under the Clean Air Act, including New Source Performance Standards and emission limits for pollutants such as NOx and SO2. California additionally enforces stringent state-level emissions standards through the California Air Resources Board. As a cogeneration facility, Fullerton Mill CHP contributes to grid reliability and reduces transmission losses by generating electricity on-site. Its location in an industrial area minimizes environmental impact on populated regions, while the use of natural gas aligns with broader trends toward lower-carbon energy sources in the US power sector.
Environmental context
The plant's use of natural gas results in lower CO2, SOx, and NOx emissions compared to coal-fired plants, though it still contributes to greenhouse gas emissions. Its location in an industrial area reduces direct exposure to densely populated communities. The 21 MW capacity places it in the small-scale category, limiting its overall environmental footprint. California's strict air quality regulations further ensure compliance with emission standards.
Frequently asked questions
Fullerton Mill CHP is located in California, United States, at coordinates 33.861700, -117.893100.
Fullerton Mill CHP has a capacity of 21 megawatts (MW), making it a small-scale gas power plant.
Fullerton Mill CHP is owned by Kimberly-Clark Worldwide Inc, a global consumer goods company.
Gas power plants in the US are regulated under the Clean Air Act, including New Source Performance Standards and emission limits for NOx, SO2, and other pollutants. State-level regulations, such as those by the California Air Resources Board, may impose additional requirements.
Gas power plants emit lower levels of CO2, SOx, and NOx compared to coal plants, but still contribute to greenhouse gas emissions. Combined heat and power systems improve efficiency and reduce overall emissions per unit of energy produced.