Overview
Kiamichi Energy Facility is a 1,370 MW gas-fired power plant in Oklahoma, United States, owned by Kiowa Power Partners LLC. It operates as a major electricity generation asset in the region.
Kiamichi Energy Facility is a gas-fired power plant located in Oklahoma, United States, with a capacity of 1,370 MW. Owned by Kiowa Power Partners LLC, the facility is operational and contributes to the regional power grid. Its scale places it among large gas power plants in the country. The plant 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 the Cross-State Air Pollution Rule. The facility's capacity indicates a significant role in meeting electricity demand. As a gas power plant, Kiamichi Energy Facility has a lower carbon footprint compared to coal-fired plants, but still emits CO2 and other pollutants. Its location in Oklahoma, a state with a mix of energy sources, supports grid reliability. The plant's operational status ensures continued power supply to homes and businesses in the region.
Environmental context
The Kiamichi Energy Facility, as a gas-fired power plant, produces lower CO2 emissions per MWh than coal plants but still contributes to greenhouse gas emissions. Its location in a relatively rural area of Oklahoma may reduce direct population exposure to pollutants. The plant's age and technology (likely combined-cycle) influence its efficiency and emission profile. Regulatory compliance with US EPA standards helps manage environmental impact.
Frequently asked questions
Kiamichi Energy Facility is located in Oklahoma, United States, at coordinates 34.683100, -95.934900.
Kiamichi Energy Facility has a capacity of 1,370 MW, making it a large gas-fired power plant.
Kiamichi Energy Facility is owned by Kiowa Power Partners LLC.
Gas power plants in the US must comply with the Clean Air Act, including emission limits for SO2, NOx, and CO2, as well as programs like the Acid Rain Program and CSAPR.
The primary fuel used at Kiamichi Energy Facility is natural gas.