Overview
Cosgrove Intake and Power Station is a 3.2 MW hydroelectric facility operated by Massachusetts Water Resources Authority in Massachusetts, USA. It provides renewable energy to the local grid.
Cosgrove Intake and Power Station is a hydroelectric power plant located in Massachusetts, United States, operated by the Massachusetts Water Resources Authority. With a capacity of 3.2 MW, it is a small-scale facility within the hydroelectric sector, contributing to the region's renewable energy portfolio. The plant utilizes hydroelectric technology, converting the energy of flowing water into electricity. As a run-of-river or intake-based facility, it likely operates with minimal environmental disruption compared to large dams. The plant is operational and serves the local community by generating clean energy. This facility plays a role in Massachusetts' renewable energy goals, reducing reliance on fossil fuels and lowering greenhouse gas emissions. Its small capacity makes it suitable for local grid support and demonstrates the integration of hydropower into water infrastructure.
Environmental context
The plant's hydroelectric generation produces no direct CO2, SOx, or NOx emissions, contributing to local air quality benefits. Its small capacity and likely run-of-river design minimize ecological impact on waterways. Located in a populated region, it provides renewable energy without significant land use changes.
Frequently asked questions
Cosgrove Intake and Power Station is located in Massachusetts, United States, at coordinates 42.4044 N, -71.6872 W.
The facility has a capacity of 3.2 megawatts (MW), making it a small-scale hydroelectric plant.
The plant is operated by the Massachusetts Water Resources Authority (MWRA), a public agency responsible for water supply and wastewater services in the Boston area.
Hydroelectric plants in the USA are subject to Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) licensing, the Clean Water Act, and the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA). State-level regulations also apply.
As a hydroelectric plant, it generates electricity from flowing water without burning fossil fuels, supporting Massachusetts' renewable energy targets and reducing carbon emissions.