Overview
Mon Valley Works is a 52.5 MW gas power plant in Pennsylvania, United States, operated by United States Steel-Mon Valley. It is an operational facility contributing to the regional power grid.
Mon Valley Works is a gas-fired power generation facility located in Pennsylvania, United States, with a capacity of 52.5 megawatts. The plant is owned and operated by United States Steel-Mon Valley and is currently in operational status. It serves as a modest-scale power source within the broader energy landscape of the region. The facility operates on natural gas, a fuel that offers lower emissions compared to coal but still contributes to CO2 and NOx outputs. The plant's capacity places it in the small-to-medium scale range for gas power generation in the United States. Mon Valley Works plays a role in supporting local energy needs and industrial operations. Its location in Pennsylvania places it within a state with a diverse energy mix, including natural gas, nuclear, and renewables. The plant's operation is subject to federal and state environmental regulations, including the Clean Air Act and applicable state-level emissions standards.
Environmental context
The plant's gas-fired operation results in lower sulfur dioxide and particulate emissions compared to coal, but it still emits carbon dioxide and nitrogen oxides. Its location in an industrial area may contribute to local air quality considerations. The facility's moderate capacity means its environmental footprint is relatively contained, though cumulative impacts from nearby industrial sources could be a factor.
Frequently asked questions
Mon Valley Works is located in Pennsylvania, United States, at coordinates 40.3925, -79.8564.
Mon Valley Works is a gas power plant that generates electricity using natural gas as its primary fuel.
Mon Valley Works has a capacity of 52.5 megawatts, placing it in the small-to-medium scale for gas power plants.
Mon Valley Works is owned by United States Steel-Mon Valley, an industrial company.
Gas power plants in the US must comply with the Clean Air Act, including emissions standards for NOx, SO2, and CO2, as well as state-level regulations.