Overview
Hopewell Cogeneration NJ is a 4 MW gas-fired power plant in New Jersey, United States, owned by Bristol-Myers Squibb Co. It provides on-site cogeneration for industrial operations.
Hopewell Cogeneration NJ is a gas-fired power plant located in New Jersey, United States, with a capacity of 4 MW. The facility is owned by Bristol-Myers Squibb Co and is currently operational, serving as a cogeneration unit that supplies both electricity and thermal energy to industrial processes. As a small-scale gas plant, Hopewell Cogeneration operates under the regulatory framework of the US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), including the Clean Air Act (CAA) and its National Ambient Air Quality Standards (NAAQS). The plant's gas fuel type results in lower emissions of sulfur dioxide (SO2) and particulate matter compared to coal-fired units, though it still contributes to carbon dioxide (CO2) emissions. The facility's cogeneration design enhances overall energy efficiency by capturing waste heat for industrial use, reducing the environmental footprint relative to separate heat and power generation. Its location in New Jersey places it within a densely populated region with stringent state-level air quality regulations, requiring compliance with emission limits and monitoring requirements.
Environmental context
The plant's gas fuel type and small capacity (4 MW) result in a relatively low environmental footprint per unit of energy, with reduced SOx and NOx emissions compared to larger fossil fuel plants. However, its location in New Jersey, a state with high population density and strict air quality standards, necessitates adherence to EPA regulations such as the Clean Air Act and state-level emission controls. The cogeneration configuration improves overall efficiency, lowering CO2 emissions per MWh compared to separate heat and power generation.
Frequently asked questions
Hopewell Cogeneration NJ is located in New Jersey, United States, at coordinates 40.3483 N, -74.7715 W.
Hopewell Cogeneration NJ is a gas-fired power plant with a capacity of 4 MW, designed for cogeneration to provide both electricity and thermal energy.
The plant is owned by Bristol-Myers Squibb Co, a pharmaceutical company, and likely serves its industrial energy needs.
Gas power plants in the US must comply with the Clean Air Act (CAA), including National Ambient Air Quality Standards (NAAQS), and may be subject to state-level emission limits and monitoring requirements.
Small gas cogeneration plants like Hopewell Cogeneration NJ have lower emissions per MWh compared to coal plants, with reduced SO2 and NOx. The cogeneration design improves efficiency, lowering CO2 emissions relative to separate heat and power generation.