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Grayson is a noteworthy power generation facility situated in the United States of America at coordinates 34.1556, -118.2782. With a capacity of 300.9 MW, this gas-fired power plant also utilizes waste as a secondary fuel source, showcasing an innovative approach to energy production. Operated by the City of Glendale, Grayson was commissioned in 1975 and has since provided reliable power to meet the demand of the local grid. The integration of waste as a fuel type not only helps in addressing waste management issues but also contributes to reducing greenhouse gas emissions, aligning with modern energy policies focused on sustainability. The facility employs advanced gas turbine technology, which is known for its efficiency and adaptability, making it a crucial component of Glendale’s energy strategy. As California continues to transition towards cleaner energy solutions, Grayson serves as an example of how traditional energy generation can evolve to incorporate waste-to-energy processes, ensuring a more sustainable energy future for the region.

Capacity
300.9 MW
Commissioning Year
1975

51 years old

Owner
City of Glendale - (CA)
Location
34.1556°, -118.2782°

United States of America, North America

Context & rankings
  • 1,119. largest of 10,098 plants in United States of America
  • #6,020 worldwide by installed capacity
  • #2,254 of 5,146 Natural Gas plants worldwide
  • 0.02% of the installed capacity of United States of America
Age & fleet comparison

51 years in operation

Natural Gas fleet average: 26.9 years

Operator portfolio

City of Glendale - (CA) operates 2 plants totalling 303 MW

Regional density

395 plants within 100 km, 26,736 MW combined

Nearest plant: Glendale Battery Energy Storage System (0.9 km)

Location

Coordinates:: 34.155600, -118.278200
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Carbon Footprint490 g CO₂/kWh
Annual CO₂
581.2 Kt
1186 GWh/year × 490 g/kWh
Cumulative CO₂
29.64 Mt
Over 51 years of operation
Past Retirement
2005
21 years past expected retirement
Annual emissions equivalent to
126.4K
cars per year
77.5K
homes per year
26.4M
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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