Live Oak Limited Gas Power Plant | California, USA

Live Oak Limited is a gas-fired power generation facility located in California, United States. With a capacity of 46 MW, it falls into the small-to-medium scale category for gas power plants. The facility is owned by WCAC Operating Company and is currently operational. As a gas power plant, Live Oak Limited utilizes natural gas as its primary fuel, which produces lower CO2 emissions compared to coal but still contributes to greenhouse gas emissions. The plant operates under the regulatory framework of the US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), including the Clean Air Act and associated programs such as the Acid Rain Program and the Cross-State Air Pollution Rule (CSAPR). These regulations set emission limits for SO2, NOx, and other pollutants. The plant plays a role in meeting local electricity demand in California, a state with ambitious renewable energy goals. Its relatively small capacity suggests it may serve as a peaking plant or provide supplemental power during high demand periods. The facility's operational status and compliance with environmental regulations are key to its continued contribution to the region's energy mix.

The plant's gas fuel type results in lower CO2 and SOx emissions compared to coal, but NOx emissions remain a concern. Located in California, it operates under stringent state and federal air quality regulations, including the EPA's NAAQS and CSAPR. The facility's proximity to populated areas may influence local air quality, but its moderate capacity limits its overall environmental footprint.