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Dansby, located in Texas, is a gas-powered facility with a capacity of 203.2 MW, ranking #1351 among the 10,047 power generation plants in the United States. As the 734th largest gas plant out of 1,883 across the country, Dansby exemplifies the significant role of natural gas in the U.S. energy landscape, where it has emerged as a prominent transition fuel. The plant employs modern gas turbine technology, known for its efficiency and lower emissions compared to traditional fossil fuels. Positioned amidst other notable energy facilities, Dansby is near Major Oak Power, a coal facility with a capacity of 349.2 MW, as well as the Central Utility Plant - Texas A&M, which operates at 50.1 MW. This proximity to diverse energy sources enhances the reliability of the local grid and contributes to a balanced energy mix in the region. In the broader context of the United States, which boasts a total capacity of 1,386,385 MW, natural gas remains the dominant fuel source, driving approximately 40% of the nation's electricity generation. Dansby's contribution, albeit representing just 0.01% of the national capacity, is crucial in meeting local demand and supporting grid stability. Owned and operated by the City of Bryan since its commissioning in 1992, Dansby not only serves as a key energy supplier but also plays an important role in the local economy, providing jobs and supporting community development. As the energy sector increasingly pivots toward sustainability, Dansby is positioned to explore innovations that can further reduce its environmental footprint while continuing to deliver reliable power to its customers.

Capacity
203.2 MW
Commissioning Year
1992

34 years old

Owner
City of Bryan - (TX)
Location
30.7217°, -96.4608°

United States of America, North America

Context & rankings
  • 1,402. largest of 10,098 plants in United States of America
  • #7,342 worldwide by installed capacity
  • #2,641 of 5,146 Natural Gas plants worldwide
  • 0.01% of the installed capacity of United States of America
Age & fleet comparison

34 years in operation

Natural Gas fleet average: 26.9 years

Operator portfolio

City of Bryan - (TX) operates 2 plants totalling 225 MW

Regional density

15 plants within 100 km, 11,209 MW combined

Nearest plant: Bryan (TX) (11.8 km)

Location

Coordinates:: 30.721700, -96.460800
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Carbon Footprint490 g CO₂/kWh
Annual CO₂
392.5 Kt
801 GWh/year × 490 g/kWh
Cumulative CO₂
13.34 Mt
Over 34 years of operation
Past Retirement
2022
4 years past expected retirement
Annual emissions equivalent to
85.3K
cars per year
52.3K
homes per year
17.8M
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
GasCoalNuclearWind
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