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The Laredo power plant, located in the United States of America at coordinates 27.5667, -99.5089, is a significant contributor to the national energy generation landscape. Operating on natural gas, this facility has a substantial capacity of 263.6 MW, which plays a crucial role in meeting the energy demands of the region. Commissioned in 2008 and operated by Talen Texas LLC, Laredo harnesses the advantages of gas-fired technology, known for its efficiency and lower greenhouse gas emissions compared to traditional coal plants. The operational context of the Laredo power plant is vital, as it supports the local grid by providing a reliable source of energy that complements renewable sources and other forms of generation, especially during peak demand periods. This power generation facility is particularly significant in the Texas energy market, where natural gas is a prominent fuel source due to the state's rich reserves and extensive infrastructure. The state has been actively pursuing energy policies that favor cleaner energy sources, making Laredo an integral part of Texas's transition towards a more sustainable energy future.

Capacity
263.6 MW
Commissioning Year
2008

18 years old

Owner
Talen Texas LLC
Location
27.5667°, -99.5089°

United States of America, North America

Context & rankings
  • 1,227. largest of 10,098 plants in United States of America
  • #6,527 worldwide by installed capacity
  • #2,396 of 5,146 Natural Gas plants worldwide
  • 0.02% of the installed capacity of United States of America
Age & fleet comparison

18 years in operation

Natural Gas fleet average: 26.9 years

Operator portfolio

Talen Texas LLC operates 3 plants totalling 2,076 MW

Regional density

8 plants within 100 km, 1,595 MW combined

Nearest plant: Hecate Energy Outpost Solar LLC (47.2 km)

Location

Coordinates:: 27.566700, -99.508900
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Carbon Footprint490 g CO₂/kWh
Annual CO₂
509.2 Kt
1039 GWh/year × 490 g/kWh
Cumulative CO₂
9.16 Mt
Over 18 years of operation
Est. Retirement
2038
12 years remaining
Annual emissions equivalent to
110.7K
cars per year
67.9K
homes per year
23.1M
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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