World Power Plants

Denton Energy Center225.6 MW Natural Gas

GasVerified: Jul 2026

Denton Energy Center, located in Texas, is a gas-fired power generation facility that ranks 1286th among 10,047 plants across the United States. With an impressive capacity of 225.6 MW, it contributes 0.02% to the total national capacity of 1,386,385 MW, a testament to the extensive energy framework within the country where natural gas reigns as the dominant fuel type. Commissioned in 2018 and operated by the City of Denton, this facility employs modern gas turbine technology, which enhances efficiency and allows for rapid adjustments to power output in response to grid demands. Denton Energy Center finds itself in a competitive energy landscape, with nearby facilities such as the Spencer plant generating 126.5 MW and various smaller installations, including solar and waste-to-energy plants, which highlight a diverse local energy mix. Despite being situated in an area with many smaller plants, Denton Energy Center plays a crucial role in bolstering the local grid and ensuring reliable power supply. The energy profile of the United States shows a strong dependence on gas, reflecting a shift from coal to cleaner sources, and places Denton Energy Center as a key player in this transition. As the energy sector continues to evolve, the importance of facilities like Denton Energy Center will likely grow, especially as demands for cleaner energy solutions rise, positioning it strategically for future developments in the energy market.

Capacity
225.6 MW
Commissioning Year
2018

8 years old

Owner
City of Denton - (TX)
Location
33.2149°, -97.2097°

United States of America, North America

Context & rankings
  • 1,337. largest of 10,098 plants in United States of America
  • #7,010 worldwide by installed capacity
  • #2,551 of 5,146 Natural Gas plants worldwide
  • 0.02% of the installed capacity of United States of America
Age & fleet comparison

8 years in operation

Natural Gas fleet average: 26.9 years

Operator portfolio

City of Denton - (TX) operates 1 plants totalling 226 MW

Regional density

39 plants within 100 km, 11,860 MW combined

Nearest plant: Spencer (9.8 km)

Location

Coordinates:: 33.214900, -97.209700
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Carbon Footprint490 g CO₂/kWh
Annual CO₂
435.8 Kt
889 GWh/year × 490 g/kWh
Cumulative CO₂
3.49 Mt
Over 8 years of operation
Est. Retirement
2048
22 years remaining
Annual emissions equivalent to
94.7K
cars per year
58.1K
homes per year
19.8M
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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