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Gordon Evans Energy Center378 MW Gas

Gas

The Gordon Evans Energy Center is an important power generation facility situated in the United States, precisely at coordinates 37.7903° N, -97.5217° W. With a capacity of 378 MW, this gas-fired power plant plays a vital role in the region's energy landscape, supporting local electricity needs and contributing to the overall energy mix of the country. Owned and operated by Evergy Kansas South Inc, the facility utilizes natural gas as its primary fuel, with oil available as a secondary option. This flexibility allows the Gordon Evans Energy Center to adjust operations based on demand fluctuations and enhances its responsiveness to market conditions. The plant, commissioned in 2000, employs advanced gas turbine technology, which enables efficient energy generation while minimizing environmental impact. As the United States focuses on reducing carbon emissions and transitioning to a more sustainable energy future, gas plants like Gordon Evans are essential for providing reliable baseload power while integrating more renewable sources into the grid. The significance of this power plant extends beyond local communities, as it also aligns with national energy policies aimed at ensuring energy security and sustainability.

Capacity
378 MW
Commissioning Year
2000

26 years old

Owner
Evergy Kansas South Inc
Location
37.7903°, -97.5217°

United States of America, North America

Location

Coordinates:: 37.790300, -97.521700
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Carbon Footprint490 g CO₂/kWh
Annual CO₂
730.1 Kt
1490 GWh/year × 490 g/kWh
Cumulative CO₂
18.98 Mt
Over 26 years of operation
Closing Soon
2030
4 years remaining
Annual emissions equivalent to
158.7K
cars per year
97.4K
homes per year
33.2M
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

10,047
Total Plants
1386.4 GW
Total Capacity
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Gas Power Generation: An Overview of Its Mechanisms, Benefits, and Future Prospects

Gas power generation is a significant component of the global energy landscape, characterized by the use of natural gas to produce electricity. This process typically involves either gas turbines or combined cycle gas plants. In a gas turbine, compressed air is mixed with natural gas and ignited, producing high-temperature exhaust gases that spin a turbine connected to a generator. Combined cycle plants enhance efficiency by utilizing both gas and steam turbines. After the gas turbine generates electricity, the waste heat is used to produce steam, which drives a steam turbine, thereby maximizing energy extraction from the fuel.

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