Overview
High Desert Power Plant is an 852 MW gas-fired power generation facility in California, United States. It operates under US EPA regulations including the Clean Air Act and Acid Rain Program.
High Desert Power Plant is a gas-fired power generation facility located in California, United States. With a capacity of 852 MW, it is a medium-to-large scale plant within the US power generation sector. The plant is owned by MRP Generation Holdings LLC and is currently operational. The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the US Environmental Protection Agency, including the Clean Air Act (CAA) National Ambient Air Quality Standards (NAAQS), the Acid Rain Program, and the Cross-State Air Pollution Rule (CSAPR). As a gas-fired plant, it typically has lower emissions of sulfur dioxide (SO2) and nitrogen oxides (NOx) compared to coal-fired plants, but still must comply with stringent emission limits. The plant plays a role in supplying electricity to the regional grid in California, supporting local communities and industries. Its location in the high desert area of California may influence its operational considerations, such as water usage and air quality management in a region with unique environmental conditions.
Environmental context
The High Desert Power Plant is situated in a semi-arid region of California, where water availability and air quality are key environmental concerns. As a gas-fired facility, it produces lower CO2 emissions per MWh compared to coal plants, but still contributes to greenhouse gas emissions. The plant's proximity to populated areas may require adherence to strict local air quality regulations. Its technology and age influence its efficiency and emission profile, with modern combined-cycle gas turbines offering better environmental performance.
Frequently asked questions
The High Desert Power Plant is located in California, United States, at coordinates 34.5953° N, -117.3647° W.
High Desert Power Plant is a gas-fired power generation facility with a capacity of 852 megawatts (MW).
The High Desert Power Plant is owned by MRP Generation Holdings LLC.
Gas power plants in the US must comply with the Clean Air Act (CAA) including NAAQS, the Acid Rain Program, and CSAPR, which regulate emissions of SO2, NOx, and other pollutants.
The High Desert Power Plant supplies electricity to the regional grid in California, supporting residential, commercial, and industrial demand in the area.