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Joliet 9 is an important gas-fired power generation facility located in the United States, with a generation capacity of 360.4 MW. Commissioned in 1959, this power plant operates primarily on natural gas, showcasing the shift towards cleaner fuels in energy generation. Situated at coordinates 41.4931, -88.1153, Joliet 9 plays a significant role in the regional energy landscape, supplying electricity to the local grid and ensuring energy reliability for both residential and commercial users. Operated by Midwest Generations EME LLC, the facility utilizes advanced gas turbine technology, which allows for efficient and responsive energy production. The operational context of Joliet 9 is influenced by broader energy policies in the United States, which emphasize reducing greenhouse gas emissions and transitioning from coal to cleaner natural gas sources. As the country continues to embrace renewable energy, facilities like Joliet 9 remain essential in providing a stable energy supply while supporting the transition towards a more sustainable energy future.

Capacity
360.4 MW
Commissioning Year
1959

67 years old

Owner
Midwest Generations EME LLC
Location
41.4931°, -88.1153°

United States of America, North America

Context & rankings
  • 1,032. largest of 10,098 plants in United States of America
  • #5,547 worldwide by installed capacity
  • #2,058 of 5,146 Natural Gas plants worldwide
  • 0.03% of the installed capacity of United States of America
Age & fleet comparison

67 years in operation

Natural Gas fleet average: 26.9 years

Operator portfolio

Midwest Generations EME LLC operates 6 plants totalling 5,147 MW

Regional density

112 plants within 100 km, 28,486 MW combined

Nearest plant: Joliet 29 (0.7 km)

Location

Coordinates:: 41.493100, -88.115300
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Carbon Footprint490 g CO₂/kWh
Annual CO₂
696.1 Kt
1421 GWh/year × 490 g/kWh
Cumulative CO₂
46.64 Mt
Over 67 years of operation
Past Retirement
1989
37 years past expected retirement
Annual emissions equivalent to
151.3K
cars per year
92.8K
homes per year
31.6M
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
GasCoalNuclearWind
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