Overview
New-Indy Ontario Mill is a 33 MW gas power plant in Ontario, California, operated by New-Indy Ontario LLC. It provides electricity to the local grid.
New-Indy Ontario Mill is a gas-fired power generation facility located in Ontario, California, United States. With a capacity of 33 MW, it is a small-scale plant within the US power generation sector, contributing to the region's energy supply. The plant operates on natural gas, a fuel that offers lower emissions compared to coal. The facility falls under the regulatory oversight of the US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), including the Clean Air Act and associated programs such as the Acid Rain Program and Cross-State Air Pollution Rule (CSAPR). Operated by New-Indy Ontario LLC, the plant serves the Ontario area, supporting local industrial and residential electricity needs. Its relatively small capacity and gas fuel type position it as a flexible asset in the regional power mix, capable of responding to demand fluctuations.
Environmental context
The plant's use of natural gas results in lower CO2, SOx, and NOx emissions compared to coal-fired plants, but still contributes to greenhouse gas emissions. Located in Ontario, California, it is in a region with air quality concerns, particularly for ozone and particulate matter. The facility must comply with EPA's National Ambient Air Quality Standards (NAAQS) and state-level regulations. Its 33 MW capacity limits its overall environmental footprint relative to larger plants.
Frequently asked questions
New-Indy Ontario Mill is located in Ontario, California, United States, at coordinates 34.0454° N, -117.5402° W.
New-Indy Ontario Mill has a capacity of 33 megawatts (MW), making it a small-scale gas power plant.
The plant is owned and operated by New-Indy Ontario LLC.
Gas power plants in the US must comply with the Clean Air Act, including NAAQS, the Acid Rain Program, and CSAPR, which regulate emissions of SO2, NOx, and other pollutants.
As a 33 MW gas plant, it provides flexible power generation to meet local demand in Ontario, California, supporting grid stability and peak load requirements.