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Dow St Charles Operations323.6 MW Natural Gas

GasVerified: Jul 2026

The Dow St Charles Operations power plant, located in the United States, plays a vital role in the energy generation sector, particularly in the region of Louisiana. This gas-fired power generation facility was commissioned in 1997 and has a notable capacity of 323.6 MW. It utilizes natural gas as its primary fuel source, leveraging advanced combustion technology to produce electricity efficiently. Located at coordinates 29.9861, -90.4414, this facility is strategically positioned to meet the energy demands of the local grid, providing essential power to support both residential and industrial users. Operated by Dow Chemical Co - St Charles, the plant not only serves its energy generation purpose but also underpins the operations of one of the leading chemical manufacturers in the region, integrating energy production with industrial processes. The use of natural gas as a fuel type offers several advantages, including lower emissions compared to coal and oil, making it a crucial component of the United States' ongoing transition towards cleaner energy sources. As the country seeks to enhance its energy security and reduce carbon footprints, the Dow St Charles Operations plant exemplifies the role of gas in the national energy mix, contributing to a more sustainable and resilient energy future.

Capacity
323.6 MW
Commissioning Year
1997

29 years old

Owner
Dow Chemical Co - St Charles
Location
29.9861°, -90.4414°

United States of America, North America

Context & rankings
  • 1,083. largest of 10,098 plants in United States of America
  • #5,854 worldwide by installed capacity
  • #2,192 of 5,146 Natural Gas plants worldwide
  • 0.02% of the installed capacity of United States of America
Age & fleet comparison

29 years in operation

Natural Gas fleet average: 26.9 years

Operator portfolio

Dow Chemical Co - St Charles operates 1 plants totalling 324 MW

Regional density

34 plants within 100 km, 12,490 MW combined

Nearest plant: Taft Cogeneration Facility (1.8 km)

Location

Coordinates:: 29.986100, -90.441400
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Carbon Footprint490 g CO₂/kWh
Annual CO₂
625.1 Kt
1276 GWh/year × 490 g/kWh
Cumulative CO₂
18.13 Mt
Over 29 years of operation
Closing Soon
2027
1 year remaining
Annual emissions equivalent to
135.9K
cars per year
83.3K
homes per year
28.4M
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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