Overview
Pearsall is a 201.6 MW gas power plant in Texas, United States, operated by South Texas Electric Coop Inc. The facility is operational and contributes to the regional power grid.
Pearsall is a gas-fired power plant located in Texas, United States, with a capacity of 201.6 MW. It is owned and operated by South Texas Electric Coop Inc, serving the local community and regional grid. The plant is operational and plays a role in meeting electricity demand in the area. The facility operates on natural gas, a fuel source that offers lower emissions compared to coal. In the United States, such plants are subject to federal regulations including the Clean Air Act, which sets emission standards for pollutants like SOx, NOx, and particulate matter. The plant's capacity places it in the medium-scale range for gas power plants. Environmentally, the plant's gas fuel type results in lower CO2 emissions per MWh compared to coal, but still contributes to greenhouse gas emissions. Its location in Texas, a state with significant oil and gas production, aligns with regional energy infrastructure. The plant supports grid stability and provides power to the South Texas Electric Cooperative's member systems.
Environmental context
The Pearsall gas power plant operates in Texas, a region with a strong oil and gas industry. Natural gas combustion produces lower CO2, SOx, and NOx emissions than coal, but still contributes to air quality concerns and greenhouse gas emissions. The plant's proximity to populated areas may influence local air quality, though specific impacts depend on dispersion and other sources. Regulatory oversight under the Clean Air Act helps manage emissions.
Frequently asked questions
The Pearsall gas power plant is located in Texas, United States, at coordinates 28.9275, -99.0919.
The Pearsall power plant has a capacity of 201.6 megawatts (MW), making it a medium-scale gas-fired facility.
The Pearsall power plant is owned by South Texas Electric Coop Inc, a cooperative serving the region.
Gas power plants in the US are regulated under the Clean Air Act, including emission standards for SOx, NOx, and other pollutants. Facilities may also be subject to state-level environmental rules.
Gas power plants produce lower CO2, SOx, and NOx emissions compared to coal plants, but still contribute to greenhouse gas emissions and local air pollution. Modern combined-cycle plants are more efficient and have lower emissions per MWh.