Ottawa Gas Power Plant - 30.7 MW Natural Gas Facility in Ottawa, Kansas

The Ottawa Gas Power Plant is a natural gas-fired power generation facility located in Ottawa, Kansas, United States. With a capacity of 30.7 MW, it is a small-scale plant serving the local community. The plant is owned by the City of Ottawa and is currently operational. As a gas-fired plant, it operates using natural gas, a fuel that produces lower CO2 emissions compared to coal but still contributes to greenhouse gas emissions. The plant's capacity places it in the small-scale category for power generation in the United States. Regulatory oversight includes compliance with the Clean Air Act (CAA) and related programs such as the Acid Rain Program and CSAPR, which set emission limits for SO2, NOx, and other pollutants. The plant plays a role in providing electricity to the Ottawa area, supporting local grid stability and community energy needs. Its relatively small size and gas fuel type position it as a flexible generation source, often used for peaking or intermediate load. The facility's operational status ensures continued contribution to the region's power supply.

The plant's gas fuel type results in lower emissions of sulfur dioxide and particulate matter compared to coal, but it still emits carbon dioxide and nitrogen oxides. Located in Ottawa, Kansas, the plant is in a rural area with moderate population density, reducing direct exposure to populated zones. Typical gas plants of this scale may use reciprocating engines or simple-cycle turbines. Compliance with US EPA regulations helps manage its environmental footprint.