Overview
Mooseheart Power House is a 1.8 MW gas-fired power plant in Illinois, United States, operated by Moose International. It serves the local community with reliable electricity generation.
Mooseheart Power House is a gas-fired power generation facility located in Illinois, United States. With a capacity of 1.8 MW, it is a small-scale plant that provides electricity to the surrounding area. The plant is owned and operated by Moose International and is currently operational. The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), including the Clean Air Act (CAA) and its associated programs such as the National Ambient Air Quality Standards (NAAQS) and the Acid Rain Program. As a gas-fired plant, it benefits from lower emissions compared to coal-fired facilities, but still must comply with emission limits for pollutants like NOx and SO2. Mooseheart Power House plays a role in the local energy grid, contributing to the power supply for the community. Its small capacity makes it suitable for distributed generation, supporting grid stability and providing backup power. The plant's operation aligns with the broader trend of natural gas use in the U.S. power sector, which offers flexibility and lower carbon intensity relative to other fossil fuels.
Environmental context
The plant's gas-fired technology results in lower CO2, SOx, and NOx emissions per MWh compared to coal or oil plants. Its small capacity (1.8 MW) limits its overall environmental footprint. Located in Illinois, the facility operates in a region with diverse energy mix, including nuclear, coal, and renewables. Proximity to populated areas is a consideration for local air quality, but modern gas plants are designed with emission controls to meet EPA standards.
Frequently asked questions
Mooseheart Power House is located in Illinois, United States, at coordinates 41.824400, -88.333100.
Mooseheart Power House is a gas-fired power plant, also known as a Gas Power Plant, with a capacity of 1.8 MW.
Mooseheart Power House is owned by Moose International. The plant is currently operational.
Gas power plants in the U.S. must comply with the Clean Air Act (CAA), including National Ambient Air Quality Standards (NAAQS), the Acid Rain Program, and the Cross-State Air Pollution Rule (CSAPR). These regulations limit emissions of SO2, NOx, and other pollutants.
With a capacity of 1.8 MW, Mooseheart Power House is a small-scale gas plant. Typical gas plants range from small units under 10 MW to large combined-cycle plants exceeding 500 MW.