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Coyote Springs is a notable gas-fired power plant located in the United States, contributing significantly to the energy generation landscape with a capacity of 296 MW. This facility plays a crucial role in providing reliable and efficient power to the regional grid, particularly in the Pacific Northwest. Situated at coordinates 45.8480 latitude and -119.6739 longitude, Coyote Springs is strategically positioned to harness the advantages of natural gas as a fuel source. Owned and operated by Portland General Electric Co, this power generation facility benefits from modern gas-fired technology, which allows for high efficiency and lower emissions compared to traditional fossil fuels. Commissioned in 1995, Coyote Springs is aligned with national energy policies that emphasize the transition to cleaner energy sources while ensuring energy security and reliability. The operational context of this plant is vital, as it supports the grid during peak demand periods and complements the growing integration of renewable energy sources in the region. By leveraging gas technology, Coyote Springs not only enhances energy generation efficiency but also plays a significant role in the ongoing efforts to reduce the carbon footprint of power generation in the United States.

Capacity
296 MW
Commissioning Year
1995

31 years old

Owner
Portland General Electric Co
Location
45.8480°, -119.6739°

United States of America, North America

Context & rankings
  • 1,155. largest of 10,098 plants in United States of America
  • #6,211 worldwide by installed capacity
  • #2,287 of 5,146 Natural Gas plants worldwide
  • 0.02% of the installed capacity of United States of America
Age & fleet comparison

31 years in operation

Natural Gas fleet average: 26.9 years

Operator portfolio

Portland General Electric Co operates 18 plants totalling 4,109 MW

Regional density

68 plants within 100 km, 13,841 MW combined

Nearest plant: Finley Buttes Landfill Gas (18.3 km)

Location

Coordinates:: 45.848000, -119.673900
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Carbon Footprint490 g CO₂/kWh
Annual CO₂
571.7 Kt
1167 GWh/year × 490 g/kWh
Cumulative CO₂
17.72 Mt
Over 31 years of operation
Past Retirement
2025
1 years past expected retirement
Annual emissions equivalent to
124.3K
cars per year
76.2K
homes per year
26.0M
trees to offset

Estimates based on Gas emission factor (490 g CO₂/kWh) and capacity factor (45%). Actual emissions may vary based on operating conditions, efficiency, and fuel quality.

Technical Details

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 AmericaEnergy Profile

10,098
Total Plants
1420.7 GW
Total Capacity
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