The JM Shafer Generating Station, situated in the United States at coordinates 40.0986, -104.7736, is an essential player in the regional energy generation framework. Operated by Tri-State G & T Assn Inc, this natural gas power plant boasts a capacity of 396.9 MW, providing a significant portion of the energy required in its vicinity. Since its commissioning in 1994, the facility has utilized advanced gas-fired technology, which allows for more efficient and cleaner energy production compared to traditional coal plants. The strategic location of JM Shafer Generating Station enhances its role in supporting the local grid, offering flexibility and reliability, especially during high demand periods. Natural gas, as a fuel source, provides a crucial bridge towards a more sustainable energy future, allowing the plant to complement intermittent renewable sources like wind and solar. The operational context of the station is reflective of broader trends in U.S. energy policy, which increasingly favors natural gas as a transitional fuel due to its lower carbon emissions compared to other fossil fuels. With the capacity to rapidly adjust output, the JM Shafer Generating Station continues to be a vital asset in ensuring energy security for the region.
32 years old
United States of America, North America
- 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 America — Energy ProfileGas 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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