Lincoln Generating Facility - 692 MW Gas Power Plant in Illinois, United States

Lincoln Generating Facility is a gas-fired power plant located in Illinois, United States, with a capacity of 692 megawatts (MW). The plant is owned by Lincoln Generating Facility LLC and is currently operational. As a gas power plant, it contributes to the regional electricity grid, providing a significant source of power generation. The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), including the Clean Air Act (CAA) and associated programs such as the National Ambient Air Quality Standards (NAAQS) and the Cross-State Air Pollution Rule (CSAPR). Gas-fired plants like this one typically use combined cycle or simple cycle technology, offering lower emissions compared to coal-fired plants. The 692 MW capacity places it in the medium-to-large scale for gas power plants in the US. Lincoln Generating Facility plays a role in meeting the energy demands of Illinois and the broader regional grid. Its gas-fired operation provides flexibility and reliability, supporting grid stability and integration of renewable energy sources. The facility's environmental footprint is influenced by its fuel type and technology, with natural gas combustion producing lower CO2, SOx, and NOx emissions compared to coal, but still contributing to greenhouse gas emissions.

The plant's gas-fired operation results in lower emissions of sulfur dioxide (SOx) and nitrogen oxides (NOx) compared to coal plants, but it still emits carbon dioxide (CO2). Located in Illinois, the facility may be subject to state and federal air quality regulations. Its proximity to populated areas could influence local air quality, though gas plants generally have a smaller environmental footprint than coal.