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F B Culley power plant is an important coal-fired energy generation facility located in the United States, boasting a capacity of 368.9 MW. Operated by Southern Indiana Gas & Electric Company and commissioned in 1971, this power plant is strategically positioned at coordinates 37.9111 latitude and -87.3275 longitude, enabling it to serve the energy needs of Southern Indiana effectively. The plant primarily uses coal for its energy generation, with the capability to utilize natural gas as a secondary fuel source. This flexibility in fuel choice enhances the plant's operational reliability and efficiency, allowing it to respond to varying energy demands while contributing to the region's energy mix. F B Culley plays a crucial role in stabilizing the local grid, especially during peak demand periods when energy consumption spikes. As the United States moves towards more stringent environmental regulations and a significant transition to renewable energy sources, the F B Culley plant finds itself in a transitional phase. The energy policies at both the state and federal levels emphasize reducing emissions and increasing the share of clean energy. This context necessitates that coal-fired plants like F B Culley adapt to new technologies and potentially explore cleaner alternatives, ensuring they remain relevant in an evolving energy landscape. The continued operation of F B Culley is vital not only for energy generation but also for supporting local economies and job markets in the region.

Capacity
368.9 MW
Commissioning Year
1971

55 years old

Owner
Southern Indiana Gas & Elec Co
Location
37.9111°, -87.3275°

United States of America, North America

Context & rankings
  • 1,024. largest of 10,098 plants in United States of America
  • #5,504 worldwide by installed capacity
  • #1,754 of 2,793 Coal plants worldwide
  • 0.03% of the installed capacity of United States of America
Age & fleet comparison

55 years in operation

Coal fleet average: 29.2 years

Operator portfolio

Southern Indiana Gas & Elec Co operates 5 plants totalling 1,084 MW

Regional density

27 plants within 100 km, 17,954 MW combined

Nearest plant: Warrick (0.6 km)

Location

Coordinates:: 37.911100, -87.327500
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Carbon Footprint820 g CO₂/kWh
Annual CO₂
1.46 Mt
1777 GWh/year × 820 g/kWh
Cumulative CO₂
80.16 Mt
Over 55 years of operation
Past Retirement
2011
15 years past expected retirement
Annual emissions equivalent to
316.8K
cars per year
194.3K
homes per year
66.2M
trees to offset

Estimates based on Coal emission factor (820 g CO₂/kWh) and capacity factor (55%). Actual emissions may vary based on operating conditions, efficiency, and fuel quality.

Technical Details

Primary Fuel Type
Coal
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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