Overview
General Electric Aircraft Engines is a 34.6 MW gas power plant located in the United States. It is owned and operated by General Electric Aircraft Engines and is currently operational.
General Electric Aircraft Engines is a gas-fired power generation facility with a capacity of 34.6 MW, located in the United States. The plant is owned and operated by General Electric Aircraft Engines and is currently operational. As a gas power plant, it contributes to the country's diverse energy mix, providing electricity generation from natural gas. The plant operates under the regulatory framework of the United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), including the Clean Air Act (CAA) and its associated programs such as the National Ambient Air Quality Standards (NAAQS), the Acid Rain Program, and the Cross-State Air Pollution Rule (CSAPR). These regulations govern emissions of sulfur dioxide (SO2), nitrogen oxides (NOx), and other pollutants. With a capacity of 34.6 MW, this facility is considered a small-scale gas power plant, typical for industrial or localized power needs. As a gas-fired plant, General Electric Aircraft Engines has a lower carbon footprint compared to coal-fired plants, but still contributes to CO2 emissions. Its proximity to populated areas may influence local air quality, though modern gas turbines often incorporate emission control technologies. The plant plays a role in supporting the local grid and industrial operations, aligning with the broader trend of natural gas use in the U.S. energy sector.
Environmental context
The plant's gas fuel type results in lower CO2, SOx, and NOx emissions compared to coal, but still contributes to greenhouse gas emissions. Its capacity of 34.6 MW places it in the small-scale category, which typically has a localized environmental impact. The facility's location in the United States subjects it to federal and state air quality regulations, including the Clean Air Act, which mandates emission limits and monitoring. Proximity to populated areas may require additional controls to meet ambient air quality standards.
Frequently asked questions
General Electric Aircraft Engines is located in the United States, with coordinates approximately 42.45° N, -70.97° W.
The plant has a capacity of 34.6 megawatts (MW), making it a small-scale gas power plant.
The plant is owned by General Electric Aircraft Engines.
Gas power plants in the U.S. are regulated under the Clean Air Act, including NAAQS, the Acid Rain Program, and CSAPR, which set emission limits for SO2, NOx, and other pollutants.
Gas power plants produce lower CO2, SOx, and NOx emissions than coal plants, but still emit greenhouse gases. Their impact depends on capacity, technology, and proximity to populated areas.