The Cleary Flood Hybrid facility, with a capacity of 146.3 MW, operates within a highly competitive energy landscape in the United States, ranking 1721 among 10,047 power generation facilities. This gas and oil hybrid plant serves a unique niche in the New England energy market, where demand for reliable energy sources continues to rise. As the 824th largest gas plant in the country, Cleary Flood contributes a modest share of just 0.01% to the national capacity of 1,386,385 MW, but its role is critical in providing baseload power alongside a multitude of nearby gas plants. Located near notable facilities such as the Fore River Generating Station (872.2 MW) and the Rhode Island State Energy Center (596 MW), Cleary Flood is part of a dense cluster of gas-powered generation that underpins regional energy stability. Commissioned in 1974 and operated by the City of Taunton, this facility has been providing energy for nearly five decades, adapting to changing energy trends and technologies. Despite its age, Cleary Flood remains relevant in a landscape increasingly focused on reducing carbon emissions and transitioning to renewables. Its hybrid model allows for flexibility and efficiency, enabling it to respond to fluctuating energy demands. As the U.S. moves towards a greener energy future, the Cleary Flood facility exemplifies the transitional role that older fossil fuel plants can play while renewable energy sources are scaled up. The economic implications of such hybrid facilities are significant, as they help maintain energy reliability during the transition to a more sustainable energy grid.
52 years old
United States of America, North America
- Primary Fuel Type
- Gas
- Energy Source
- Non-Renewable
- Country
United States of America- Continent
- North America
- Data Source
- Global Power Plant Database
United States of America — Energy ProfileGas power generation is a significant component of the global energy landscape, characterized by the use of natural gas to produce electricity. This process typically involves either gas turbines or combined cycle gas plants. In a gas turbine, compressed air is mixed with natural gas and ignited, producing high-temperature exhaust gases that spin a turbine connected to a generator. Combined cycle plants enhance efficiency by utilizing both gas and steam turbines. After the gas turbine generates electricity, the waste heat is used to produce steam, which drives a steam turbine, thereby maximizing energy extraction from the fuel.
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