Overview
Metropolitan Sewerage District is a 2.4 MW hydroelectric power plant in the United States. It is operational and owned by the Metropolitan Sewerage District.
Metropolitan Sewerage District is a hydroelectric power plant located in the United States, with a capacity of 2.4 MW. This small-scale facility contributes to the local renewable energy grid, utilizing water flow to generate electricity. The plant operates under the regulatory framework of the US EPA Clean Air Act, though hydroelectric plants typically have minimal air emissions. The facility's small capacity places it in the small-scale category for hydroelectric power generation in the US. As a hydroelectric plant, it provides clean, renewable energy with low environmental impact compared to fossil fuel plants. Its location in the United States supports the country's renewable energy goals and reduces reliance on non-renewable sources.
Environmental context
Hydroelectric power plants like this one have a low carbon footprint and produce no direct air pollutants. However, they can affect local aquatic ecosystems through changes in water flow and fish passage. The plant's small capacity minimizes its environmental footprint, and it operates under US environmental regulations that protect water quality and aquatic habitats.
Frequently asked questions
Metropolitan Sewerage District is located in the United States, with coordinates 35.6497, -82.5992.
It is a hydroelectric power plant, generating electricity from water flow.
The plant has a capacity of 2.4 MW, making it a small-scale hydroelectric facility.
The plant is owned by Metropolitan Sewerage District.
Hydroelectric plants in the US are subject to Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) licensing and environmental regulations under the Clean Water Act and National Environmental Policy Act.