Maddox Gas Power Plant | United States | 212 MW Capacity

Maddox is a gas-fired power plant located in the United States, with coordinates 32.7142° N, -103.3015° W. It has a capacity of 212 megawatts (MW) and is owned by Southwestern Public Service Co. The plant is currently operational, providing electricity to the surrounding region. The plant operates on natural gas, a fuel that produces lower CO2 emissions compared to coal but still contributes to greenhouse gas emissions. The facility falls under the regulatory framework of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), including the Clean Air Act and its associated programs such as the Acid Rain Program and the Cross-State Air Pollution Rule (CSAPR), which set emission limits for SO2, NOx, and other pollutants. Maddox plays a role in meeting local electricity demand, supporting the grid with dispatchable power. Its location in the United States places it within a diverse energy mix that includes renewables, nuclear, and fossil fuels. The plant's environmental impact is managed through compliance with federal and state regulations, ensuring emissions are within permitted limits.

The Maddox gas power plant operates in a region where natural gas is a key component of the energy mix. Gas-fired plants like Maddox have lower carbon intensity than coal but still emit CO2 and other pollutants such as NOx. The facility's proximity to populated areas and its capacity of 212 MW influence its local environmental footprint. Regulatory oversight under the U.S. Clean Air Act helps mitigate air quality impacts through emission limits and monitoring.