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Langley Gulch Power Plant318.5 MW Natural Gas

GasVerified: Jul 2026

Langley Gulch Power Plant is an essential gas-fired power generation facility located in the United States, specifically designed to meet the growing energy demands of the region. With a capacity of 318.5 MW, this plant, operated by Idaho Power Co, plays a crucial role in the local energy landscape, contributing to the stability and reliability of the grid. Positioned at coordinates 43.9044° N latitude and -116.8197° W longitude, Langley Gulch is strategically located to serve the surrounding areas, ensuring a consistent supply of electricity for both residential and commercial consumers. The use of natural gas as the primary fuel type allows for efficient energy generation with lower emissions compared to traditional coal-fired plants, aligning with broader environmental goals in the United States. Since its commissioning in 2012, Langley Gulch has been instrumental in supporting Idaho Power's commitment to integrating renewable energy sources into the grid while maintaining a reliable backup system. In the context of U.S. energy policy, which emphasizes a transition towards cleaner energy technologies, this power generation facility exemplifies the ongoing shift towards natural gas as a bridge fuel in the quest for a more sustainable energy future.

Capacity
318.5 MW
Commissioning Year
2012

14 years old

Owner
Idaho Power Co
Location
43.9044°, -116.8197°

United States of America, North America

Context & rankings
  • 1,092. largest of 10,098 plants in United States of America
  • #5,916 worldwide by installed capacity
  • #2,215 of 5,146 Natural Gas plants worldwide
  • 0.02% of the installed capacity of United States of America
Age & fleet comparison

14 years in operation

Natural Gas fleet average: 26.9 years

Operator portfolio

Idaho Power Co operates 22 plants totalling 2,561 MW

Regional density

32 plants within 100 km, 443 MW combined

Nearest plant: Thunderegg Solar Center LLC (13.8 km)

Location

Coordinates:: 43.904400, -116.819700
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Carbon Footprint490 g CO₂/kWh
Annual CO₂
615.2 Kt
1256 GWh/year × 490 g/kWh
Cumulative CO₂
8.61 Mt
Over 14 years of operation
Est. Retirement
2042
16 years remaining
Annual emissions equivalent to
133.7K
cars per year
82.0K
homes per year
28.0M
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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