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Inver Hills power plant is a key energy generation facility located in the United States, specifically in Minnesota, with coordinates 44.7810, -93.0420. Owned and operated by Northern States Power Co - Minnesota, this gas-fired power plant boasts a capacity of approximately 284.4 MW. Since its commissioning in 1972, Inver Hills has played an essential role in stabilizing the local energy grid, providing a reliable source of electricity that meets the needs of both residential and commercial consumers. The primary fuel used in this facility is natural gas, which is recognized for its lower emissions compared to other fossil fuels, making it a more environmentally friendly option. Gas power plants like Inver Hills are integral to the United States' energy landscape, especially as the country transitions towards cleaner energy sources. Furthermore, the facility’s strategic location allows it to support the regional electricity distribution effectively, making it a vital asset in Minnesota’s energy mix and contributing to the overall reliability of the energy supply.

Capacity
284.4 MW
Commissioning Year
1972

54 years old

Owner
Northern States Power Co - Minnesota
Location
44.7810°, -93.0420°

United States of America, North America

Context & rankings
  • 1,179. largest of 10,098 plants in United States of America
  • #6,312 worldwide by installed capacity
  • #2,327 of 5,146 Natural Gas plants worldwide
  • 0.02% of the installed capacity of United States of America
Age & fleet comparison

54 years in operation

Natural Gas fleet average: 26.9 years

Operator portfolio

Northern States Power Co - Minnesota operates 40 plants totalling 9,735 MW

Regional density

236 plants within 100 km, 13,133 MW combined

Nearest plant: MSC-GreyCloud01 Community Solar (4.3 km)

Location

Coordinates:: 44.781000, -93.042000
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Carbon Footprint490 g CO₂/kWh
Annual CO₂
549.3 Kt
1121 GWh/year × 490 g/kWh
Cumulative CO₂
29.66 Mt
Over 54 years of operation
Past Retirement
2002
24 years past expected retirement
Annual emissions equivalent to
119.4K
cars per year
73.2K
homes per year
25.0M
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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