Overview
Larsen Memorial is a 133.6 MW gas power plant in Lakeland, Florida, owned by the City of Lakeland. It operates as a natural gas-fired facility supporting the local grid.
Larsen Memorial is a natural gas power plant located in Lakeland, Florida, United States. With a capacity of 133.6 MW, it is a mid-sized facility within the state's gas-fired generation fleet. The plant is owned and operated by the City of Lakeland, serving the community's electricity needs. The plant operates under the regulatory framework of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency's Clean Air Act, including the Acid Rain Program and the Cross-State Air Pollution Rule. As a gas-fired plant, it benefits from lower emissions of sulfur dioxide and nitrogen oxides compared to coal-fired units, aligning with modern environmental standards. Larsen Memorial plays a key role in Lakeland's power supply, contributing to grid reliability and supporting local economic activity. Its natural gas fuel source provides flexible generation to complement renewable energy sources in the region.
Environmental context
As a gas-fired power plant, Larsen Memorial produces lower CO2, SOx, and NOx emissions compared to coal-fired plants, reducing its local air quality impact. Located in central Florida, the facility operates in a region with growing energy demand and increasing integration of solar power. Its moderate capacity and modern technology help balance environmental performance with grid reliability.
Frequently asked questions
Larsen Memorial is located in Lakeland, Florida, United States, at coordinates 28.079700 N, -81.922800 W.
Larsen Memorial is a natural gas-fired power plant, using gas as its primary fuel source.
Larsen Memorial has a capacity of 133.6 megawatts (MW), making it a mid-sized gas plant.
Larsen Memorial is owned by the City of Lakeland, Florida.
Gas power plants in the US must comply with the Clean Air Act, including the Acid Rain Program and Cross-State Air Pollution Rule, which limit emissions of SO2, NOx, and other pollutants.