Overview
De Sabla is a hydroelectric power plant operated by Pacific Gas & Electric Co. in California, USA, with a capacity of 18.4 MW.
De Sabla is a hydroelectric power plant located in California, United States, and operated by Pacific Gas & Electric Co. With a capacity of 18.4 MW, it is a small-scale facility within the hydroelectric sector, contributing to the region's renewable energy portfolio. The plant operates under the regulatory framework of the US Clean Air Act and state-level renewable portfolio standards. Hydroelectric plants like De Sabla typically use run-of-river or reservoir-based technology to generate electricity from flowing water, with minimal direct emissions. As a renewable energy source, De Sabla plays a role in reducing greenhouse gas emissions compared to fossil fuel plants. Its operation supports grid stability and provides clean energy to the local community, aligning with California's goals for sustainable power generation.
Environmental context
Hydroelectric power generation has a low carbon footprint but can affect local aquatic ecosystems through changes in water flow and habitat disruption. De Sabla's location in California involves considerations for water availability and environmental flow requirements. The plant's small capacity minimizes its ecological impact relative to larger hydro facilities.
Frequently asked questions
De Sabla is located in California, United States, at coordinates 39.869300, -121.631800.
De Sabla has a capacity of 18.4 MW, making it a small-scale hydroelectric facility.
De Sabla is operated by Pacific Gas & Electric Co., a major utility company in California.
Hydroelectric plants in the USA are regulated under the Clean Air Act and must comply with state-level renewable portfolio standards and environmental flow requirements.
De Sabla generates electricity from hydropower, a renewable source that produces no direct CO2 emissions, supporting California's clean energy goals.