Hardin Generator Project is a 115.7 MW coal and gas-fired power plant located in the United States, operated by Heorot Power Management since its commissioning in 2006. This facility contributes to the coal and gas power generation in the region. It ranks as the 236th largest coal plant in the United States. With 115.7 MW, it represents 0.04% of the country's total coal capacity of 261,836 MW. The United States has 297 coal plants with a combined capacity of 261,836 MW. Compared to the largest coal plant, W A Parish at 4,008 MW, Hardin Generator Project is about 1/35th the size. Coal remains a significant energy source in the U.S., providing a substantial portion of electricity generation. The Hardin facility utilizes both coal and gas to optimize energy output. It is situated in Montana, approximately 100 km from the city of Billings.
20 years old
United States of America, North America
- 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 America — Energy ProfileCoal has long been a cornerstone of electricity generation worldwide, with a significant presence in the global energy landscape. As of recent data, there are approximately 2,608 coal power plants operating across 74 countries, boasting a total installed capacity of 2,257.3 gigawatts (GW). The leading nations in coal power generation include China, with 1,018 plants generating 1,038.0 GW, India with 287 plants at 253.3 GW, and the United States with 291 plants producing 252.0 GW. Other notable contributors include Germany and Japan, with 130 plants and 76.8 GW, and 61 plants and 63.9 GW, respectively. This widespread utilization reflects the essential role coal has played in the development of industrial and residential power systems globally.
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