Overview
Hermiston Power Partnership is a 689.4 MW gas-fired power plant in Oregon, United States. It operates as a key electricity generation facility in the region.
Hermiston Power Partnership is a gas-fired power plant located near Hermiston, Oregon, in the United States. With a capacity of 689.4 MW, it is a medium-to-large scale facility within the U.S. gas power generation sector. The plant is owned and operated by Hermiston Power Partnership and is currently in operational status. The plant utilizes natural gas as its primary fuel, a common choice for modern power generation due to its lower emissions compared to coal. Gas plants of this scale often employ combined-cycle gas turbine (CCGT) technology for higher efficiency. The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), including the Clean Air Act and associated programs such as the Acid Rain Program and Cross-State Air Pollution Rule (CSAPR), which set emission limits for SO2, NOx, and other pollutants. Located in the Pacific Northwest, the plant contributes to the region's electricity grid, supporting both residential and industrial demand. Its gas-fired operation provides flexibility to complement renewable energy sources like hydropower, which is prevalent in the area. The facility's environmental footprint is typical for gas plants, with CO2 emissions being a key consideration under evolving climate policies.
Environmental context
The plant's gas-fired operation results in lower SOx and NOx emissions compared to coal plants, but CO2 emissions remain a concern. Its location in a semi-arid region of Oregon with low population density reduces direct exposure risks. The facility's age and specific technology (subcritical vs. Modern gas plants typically achieve higher efficiency and lower emissions. Regulatory compliance with EPA standards helps mitigate local environmental impacts.
Frequently asked questions
Hermiston Power Partnership is located near Hermiston, Oregon, in the United States, with coordinates 45.7940° N, -119.3133° W.
The plant has a capacity of 689.4 megawatts (MW), making it a medium-to-large scale gas-fired power plant.
The plant uses natural gas as its primary fuel, which is common for modern power generation due to its efficiency and lower emissions compared to coal.
As a U.S. power plant, it operates under the Clean Air Act, including the Acid Rain Program and Cross-State Air Pollution Rule (CSAPR), which regulate SO2, NOx, and other emissions.
The plant is owned by Hermiston Power Partnership. Ownership and operation often align for such facilities.