Miramar Energy Facility— 106 MW Natural Gas
Miramar Energy Facility is a 106 MW gas-fired power plant located in California, United States, operated by San Diego Gas & Electric Co since its commissioning in 2007. The facility generates electricity using natural gas, contributing to the gas generation capacity in the region. It is the 920th largest gas plant in the United States. With 106 MW, it represents 0.02% of the country's total gas capacity of 592,244 MW. The United States has 1,883 gas plants with a combined capacity of 592,244 MW. Compared to the country's largest gas plant, West County Energy Center at 4,263 MW, this facility is approximately 1/40th the size. Natural gas is a significant component of the energy mix in the United States, providing about 40% of the country's electricity generation. The Miramar Energy Facility supports California's efforts to transition to cleaner energy sources while ensuring reliable power supply. The plant is located approximately 15 km north of downtown San Diego.
19 years old
United States of America, North America
- 2,048. largest of 10,098 plants in United States of America
- #9,770 worldwide by installed capacity
- #3,222 of 5,146 Natural Gas plants worldwide
- 0.01% of the installed capacity of United States of America
19 years in operation
Natural Gas fleet average: 26.9 years
San Diego Gas & Electric Co operates 6 plants totalling 756 MW
94 plants within 100 km, 10,348 MW combined
Nearest plant: North City - Landfill Gas Engines South (2.8 km)
Location
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 America — Energy Profile
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