Overview
Indigo Energy Facility is a 149.7 MW gas power plant in California, USA, owned by Diamond Generating Corporation. It operates under US EPA regulations including the Clean Air Act.
Indigo Energy Facility is a gas-fired power generation station located in California, United States, with a capacity of 149.7 MW. The facility is owned by Diamond Generating Corporation and is currently operational. As a gas power plant, it contributes to the region's energy mix, providing reliable electricity to the grid. The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), including the Clean Air Act (CAA) and its associated programs such as the National Ambient Air Quality Standards (NAAQS) and the Cross-State Air Pollution Rule (CSAPR). Gas power plants like this one typically use combined cycle or simple cycle technology, with modern plants achieving higher efficiency and lower emissions compared to older coal-fired units. The Indigo Energy Facility plays a role in supporting California's energy needs, particularly during peak demand periods. Its location in Southern California places it within a region with significant population centers and industrial activity, making its operational reliability important for local grid stability. The facility's gas-fired technology aligns with the state's transition toward cleaner energy sources.
Environmental context
The Indigo Energy Facility, as a gas power plant, has a lower carbon footprint compared to coal but still emits CO2, NOx, and SOx. Its location in California subjects it to stringent state and federal air quality regulations, including the California Air Resources Board (CARB) rules. The facility's capacity of 149.7 MW places it in the medium-scale range for gas plants, and its proximity to populated areas necessitates careful emissions management to comply with local air quality standards.
Frequently asked questions
Indigo Energy Facility is located in California, United States, at coordinates 33.9109° N, -116.553° W.
Indigo Energy Facility has a capacity of 149.7 megawatts (MW), making it a medium-scale gas power plant.
Indigo Energy Facility is owned by Diamond Generating Corporation.
Gas power plants in the US must comply with the Clean Air Act (CAA), including NAAQS, Acid Rain Program, and CSAPR, as well as state-level regulations from agencies like the California Air Resources Board.
Gas power plants emit CO2, NOx, and SOx, but have lower emissions per MWh compared to coal plants. Modern combined-cycle gas turbines achieve higher efficiency and lower emissions.