Lake Charles Plant is a 36.4 MW cogeneration power plant in the United States, operated by Rain CII Carbon LLC since 2013. Ranked #12 of 34 cogeneration plants in the United States. Its 36.4 MW represents 3.49% of the United States' 1,042 MW total cogeneration capacity. The largest cogeneration plant in the United States is Mosaic New Wales Operations at 136 MW, making Lake Charles 3.7 times smaller. Nearby plants include R S Nelson (1,433.6 MW, Coal) and Cottonwood Energy Project (1,433.6 MW, Gas). The facility is located in Louisiana, approximately 30 km from Lake Charles.
13 years old
United States of America, North America
Location
Estimates based on Cogeneration emission factor (490 g CO₂/kWh) and capacity factor (60%). Actual emissions may vary based on operating conditions, efficiency, and fuel quality.
Technical Details
- Primary Fuel Type
- Cogeneration
- Energy Source
- Non-Renewable
- Country
United States of America- Continent
- North America
- Data Source
- Global Power Plant Database
United States of America — Energy Profile
Nearby Power Plants
Understanding Cogeneration: A Dual Approach to Power Generation
Cogeneration, also known as combined heat and power (CHP), is a highly efficient power generation technology that simultaneously produces electricity and useful heat from the same energy source. This process maximizes energy efficiency by capturing and utilizing the heat that would otherwise be wasted in conventional power generation methods, where only electricity is produced. Cogeneration systems can utilize various fuels, including natural gas, biomass, coal, and even waste heat from industrial processes, making it a versatile solution for different applications.
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