Overview
Goodyear Beaumont Chemical Plant is a 34.8 MW gas-fired power facility in Beaumont, Texas, operated by Goodyear Tire & Rubber Co. It supports industrial operations with natural gas generation.
Goodyear Beaumont Chemical Plant is a gas-fired power generation facility located in Beaumont, Texas, United States. With a capacity of 34.8 MW, it is a small-scale plant within the U.S. power sector, primarily serving the on-site chemical manufacturing operations of Goodyear Tire & Rubber Co. The plant operates under the regulatory framework of the U.S. 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 of sulfur dioxide (SO2) and nitrogen oxides (NOx) compared to coal-fired plants, aligning with modern environmental standards. The facility plays a key role in providing reliable power for chemical production at the Beaumont site, contributing to the local industrial economy. Its location in Texas, a state with a diverse energy mix, underscores the importance of natural gas in supporting manufacturing operations while maintaining compliance with federal air quality regulations.
Environmental context
The plant's gas-fired technology results in lower CO2, SO2, and NOx emissions per MWh compared to coal or oil plants, reducing its local environmental footprint. Its location in an industrial area of Beaumont, Texas, means it operates within a region subject to EPA air quality standards, including NAAQS for ozone and particulate matter. The facility's moderate capacity and modern fuel type help mitigate potential impacts on nearby communities.
Frequently asked questions
Goodyear Beaumont Chemical Plant is located in Beaumont, Texas, United States, at coordinates 29.972800, -94.214200.
It is a gas-fired power plant with a capacity of 34.8 MW, primarily serving the on-site chemical manufacturing operations.
The plant is owned and operated by Goodyear Tire & Rubber Co.
Gas power plants in the U.S. must comply with the Clean Air Act, including NAAQS, the Acid Rain Program, and CSAPR, which regulate emissions of SO2, NOx, and other pollutants.
At 34.8 MW, it is a small-scale facility typical of industrial cogeneration plants, contributing to the state's diverse natural gas power generation capacity.