Overview
Jameson Energy Center is a 27.6 MW gas power plant in Kansas, United States, operated by Kansas Municipal Energy Agency. It supplies electricity to the local grid.
Jameson Energy Center is a gas-fired power generation facility located in Kansas, United States. With a capacity of 27.6 MW, it is a small-scale plant serving the local community. The plant is owned and operated by Kansas Municipal Energy Agency, a public utility. The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the US Environmental Protection Agency, including the Clean Air Act and associated programs such as the Acid Rain Program and Cross-State Air Pollution Rule. As a gas plant, it benefits from lower emissions compared to coal-fired units, though it still falls under emission standards for NOx and SO2. This plant plays a role in meeting regional electricity demand, particularly during peak periods. Its relatively small capacity and gas fuel type contribute to a lower environmental footprint compared to larger fossil fuel plants. The facility supports grid reliability in its service area.
Environmental context
The plant's gas fuel type results in lower CO2, SOx, and NOx emissions per MWh compared to coal or oil plants. Its location in a rural area of Kansas reduces direct exposure to dense populations. The 27.6 MW capacity places it in the small-scale category, limiting its overall environmental impact. Regulatory compliance with US EPA standards helps manage its emissions.
Frequently asked questions
Jameson Energy Center is located in Kansas, United States, near coordinates 37.9547° N, -100.8306° W.
Jameson Energy Center is a gas-fired power plant with a capacity of 27.6 MW.
Jameson Energy Center is owned and operated by Kansas Municipal Energy Agency.
As a US gas power plant, Jameson Energy Center must comply with the Clean Air Act, including NAAQS, the Acid Rain Program, and CSAPR for emissions of SO2 and NOx.
With a capacity of 27.6 MW, Jameson Energy Center is a small-scale gas plant. Most US gas plants range from 100 MW to over 1,000 MW, but smaller plants like this serve local distribution needs.