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The Mid-Georgia Cogeneration Facility is an important power generation facility situated in the United States, specifically at coordinates 32.4856, -83.6039. This plant, which was commissioned in 1997, has a total capacity of 323 MW and employs natural gas as its primary fuel source, supplemented by oil as a secondary fuel. This dual-fuel capability enhances its operational flexibility, allowing it to adapt to varying energy demands and fuel availability. Cogeneration technology enables the facility to produce both electricity and useful thermal energy from the same energy source, resulting in increased overall efficiency. Operated by SEPG Operating Services LLC MGC, the Mid-Georgia Cogeneration Facility serves a crucial role in the local energy landscape, providing reliable power that supports industrial operations as well as the residential grid. This facility aligns with the broader energy policies in the United States aimed at promoting cleaner energy sources and improving energy independence. By utilizing natural gas, which is considered a cleaner alternative to coal, the plant contributes to lower greenhouse gas emissions, making it a vital player in the transition towards a more sustainable energy future. The strategic location and operational capabilities of the Mid-Georgia Cogeneration Facility underscore its significance in supporting regional energy needs while adhering to environmental standards.

Capacity
323 MW
Commissioning Year
1997

29 years old

Owner
SEPG Operating Services LLC MGC
Location
32.4856°, -83.6039°

United States of America, North America

Context & rankings
  • 1,084. largest of 10,098 plants in United States of America
  • #5,855 worldwide by installed capacity
  • #2,193 of 5,146 Natural Gas plants worldwide
  • 0.02% of the installed capacity of United States of America
Age & fleet comparison

29 years in operation

Natural Gas fleet average: 26.9 years

Operator portfolio

SEPG Operating Services LLC MGC operates 1 plants totalling 323 MW

Regional density

31 plants within 100 km, 7,030 MW combined

Nearest plant: Robins (10.6 km)

Location

Coordinates:: 32.485600, -83.603900
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Carbon Footprint490 g CO₂/kWh
Annual CO₂
623.9 Kt
1273 GWh/year × 490 g/kWh
Cumulative CO₂
18.09 Mt
Over 29 years of operation
Closing Soon
2027
1 year remaining
Annual emissions equivalent to
135.6K
cars per year
83.2K
homes per year
28.4M
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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