Hardin Generator Project— 115.7 MW Coal
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
- 1,971. largest of 10,098 plants in United States of America
- #9,459 worldwide by installed capacity
- #2,322 of 2,793 Coal plants worldwide
- 0.01% of the installed capacity of United States of America
20 years in operation
Coal fleet average: 29.2 years
Heorot Power Management operates 1 plants totalling 116 MW
7 plants within 100 km, 2,752 MW combined
Location
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 America — Energy Profile
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