Overview
Kleen Energy Systems Project is a 693 MW gas-fired power plant in the United States. It operates under US EPA regulations including the Clean Air Act and Acid Rain Program.
Kleen Energy Systems Project is a gas-fired power plant located in the United States, with a capacity of 693 MW. The facility is owned by Kleen Energy Systems LLC and is currently operational. It contributes to the country's power generation mix, utilizing natural gas as its primary fuel source. The plant 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). These regulations govern emissions of sulfur dioxide (SO2), nitrogen oxides (NOx), and other pollutants. As a gas-fired plant, it typically has lower emissions compared to coal-fired facilities. The facility plays a role in meeting regional electricity demand. Its capacity of 693 MW places it in the medium-to-large scale for gas power plants in the United States. The plant's operational status and compliance with environmental regulations are key aspects of its contribution to the power sector.
Environmental context
The plant's use of natural gas results in lower CO2, SO2, and NOx emissions compared to coal-fired power generation. Its location in the United States subjects it to federal and state air quality regulations. The facility's proximity to populated areas may influence local air quality considerations.
Frequently asked questions
Kleen Energy Systems Project is located in the United States, with coordinates approximately 41.5532 N, -72.5969 W.
Kleen Energy Systems Project is a gas-fired power plant, using natural gas as its primary fuel to generate electricity.
The plant has a capacity of 693 megawatts (MW), placing it in the medium-to-large scale for gas power plants.
Gas power plants in the US are regulated under the Clean Air Act, including NAAQS, the Acid Rain Program, and CSAPR, which control emissions of SO2, NOx, and other pollutants.
The plant is owned by Kleen Energy Systems LLC.