Ames GT is a 78.7 MW oil-fired power plant in the United States, operated by the City of Ames since 1996. Ranked #70 of 879 oil plants in the United States. Its 78.7 MW represents 0.2% of the United States' total oil capacity of 38,410 MW. The largest oil plant in the United States is Manatee at 2,951 MW, making Ames GT 37.5 times smaller. Nearby plants include Sycamore (IA) (157.6 MW, Gas), Mid American Energy Sycamore Combustion Turbines (157.6 MW, Gas), and FPL Energy Story Wind LLC (150 MW, Wind). The facility is located in Iowa, approximately 50 km from Des Moines.
30 years old
United States of America, North America
Location
Estimates based on Oil emission factor (650 g CO₂/kWh) and capacity factor (35%). Actual emissions may vary based on operating conditions, efficiency, and fuel quality.
Technical Details
- Primary Fuel Type
- Oil
- Energy Source
- Non-Renewable
- Country
United States of America- Continent
- North America
- Data Source
- Global Power Plant Database
United States of America — Energy Profile
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An Overview of Oil as a Power Generation Energy Source
Oil power generation involves the combustion of oil to produce electricity. The process typically begins with the extraction and refining of crude oil, which is then burned in a power plant to create steam. This steam drives turbines connected to generators, converting thermal energy into electrical energy. Oil power plants can vary in design, including steam turbine plants, gas turbine plants, and combined cycle plants, which utilize both gas and steam turbines to enhance efficiency. As of now, there are 2,416 oil power plants worldwide, distributed across 108 countries, with a total installed capacity of 286.9 gigawatts (GW).
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