Delaware City Plant— 324 MW Natural Gas
The Delaware City Plant is a gas-fired power generation facility located in the United States, specifically at coordinates 39.5871° N and 75.6343° W. With a capacity of 324 MW, this plant, operated by Delaware City Refining Company LLC since its commissioning in 1982, plays a pivotal role in the local energy infrastructure. The use of natural gas as a fuel type allows for efficient and cleaner energy generation compared to traditional coal-fired plants, which aligns with national and state-level energy policies aimed at reducing greenhouse gas emissions. The Delaware City Plant is strategically positioned to meet the energy demands of the surrounding area, providing a reliable source of electricity to support both residential and commercial users. As the energy landscape in the U.S. continues to evolve, the importance of gas-fired power plants like Delaware City cannot be overstated, as they contribute to a balanced energy mix while helping to transition towards more sustainable energy solutions.
44 years old
United States of America, North America
- 1,081. largest of 10,098 plants in United States of America
- #5,840 worldwide by installed capacity
- #2,183 of 5,146 Natural Gas plants worldwide
- 0.02% of the installed capacity of United States of America
44 years in operation
Natural Gas fleet average: 26.9 years
Delaware City Refining Company LLC operates 1 plants totalling 324 MW
239 plants within 100 km, 42,608 MW combined
Location
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 America — Energy Profile
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