Overview
Blackstone/Tupperware is a 1.6 MW hydroelectric power plant in the United States, operated by Blackstone Hydro Inc. It generates renewable energy from hydropower.
Blackstone/Tupperware is a hydroelectric power plant located in the United States, with coordinates 42.0145, -71.5444. The facility has a capacity of 1.6 MW and is owned by Blackstone Hydro Inc. It is currently operational, contributing to the local power grid with renewable energy. As a small-scale hydroelectric plant, Blackstone/Tupperware operates under the regulatory framework of the US Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) for hydropower licensing. The plant's technology is typical for run-of-river or small impoundment hydro projects, which have minimal emissions and low operational costs. The capacity of 1.6 MW places it in the small-scale category for hydropower. The plant's environmental significance lies in its use of a renewable fuel source, hydro, which produces no direct CO2, SOx, or NOx emissions. Its location in the northeastern US, a region with a mix of renewable and fossil fuel generation, supports grid decarbonization. The facility's small size and operational status indicate a stable contribution to local energy needs without significant environmental impact.
Environmental context
The plant's hydroelectric generation avoids combustion-related emissions, supporting local air quality and climate goals. Its small capacity limits ecological disruption, though hydropower can affect aquatic habitats. The facility's location in a region with varied topography and water resources aligns with typical hydro siting considerations.
Frequently asked questions
Blackstone/Tupperware is located in the United States at coordinates 42.0145, -71.5444.
It is a hydroelectric power plant that generates electricity using hydropower.
The plant has a capacity of 1.6 MW, making it a small-scale hydroelectric facility.
The plant is owned by Blackstone Hydro Inc.
Hydroelectric plants in the US are regulated by the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) for licensing and environmental compliance.