Monroe Generating Station: Gas Power Plant in North Carolina, United States

Monroe Generating Station is a gas-fired power generation facility located in North Carolina, United States. With a capacity of 30 MW, it is a small-scale plant within the US power generation sector, contributing to regional electricity supply. The plant operates under the regulatory framework of the US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), including the Clean Air Act (CAA) and associated programs such as the National Ambient Air Quality Standards (NAAQS) and the Acid Rain Program. As a gas-fired facility, it typically produces lower emissions of sulfur dioxide (SO2) and nitrogen oxides (NOx) compared to coal-fired plants, aligning with modern environmental standards. Owned by North Carolina Mun Power Agny #1, the plant serves the local community by providing reliable power generation. Its operational status is active, and it plays a role in the state's energy mix, which includes a growing share of natural gas and renewables.

The Monroe Generating Station uses natural gas as its primary fuel, which results in lower CO2, SO2, and NOx emissions compared to coal or oil plants. Its location in North Carolina, a state with increasing focus on air quality under the EPA's Cross-State Air Pollution Rule (CSAPR), means the facility must comply with stringent emission limits. The plant's modest capacity of 30 MW reduces its overall environmental footprint relative to larger baseload plants.