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MSC Sebewaing2.5 MW Coal

Coal

MSC Sebewaing is a 2.5 MW coal and gas power plant in the United States, operated by Michigan Sugar Company since 1985. Ranked #296 of 297 coal plants in the United States. Its 2.5 MW represents a negligible share of the United States' total coal capacity of 261,836 MW. The largest coal plant in the United States is W A Parish at 4,008 MW, making this facility 1,603 times smaller. Nearby plants within 50 km include Dan E Karn (1946 MW, Gas), Cross Winds Energy Park (231 MW, Wind), and Echo Wind Park (162 MW, Wind). The facility is located in Michigan, approximately 40 km northeast of Saginaw.

Capacity
2.5 MW
Commissioning Year
1985

41 years old

Owner
Michigan Sugar Company
Location
43.7411°, -83.4472°

United States of America, North America

Location
Coordinates:: 43.741100, -83.447200
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Technical Details
Primary Fuel Type
Coal
Energy Source
Non-Renewable
Country
United States of America
Continent
North America
Data Source
Global Power Plant Database
United States of AmericaEnergy Profile
10,047
Total Plants
1386.4 GW
Total Capacity
GasCoalNuclearHydro
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Understanding Coal as a Power Generation Energy Source

Coal has long been a cornerstone of electricity generation worldwide, with a significant presence in the global energy landscape. As of recent data, there are approximately 2,608 coal power plants operating across 74 countries, boasting a total installed capacity of 2,257.3 gigawatts (GW). The leading nations in coal power generation include China, with 1,018 plants generating 1,038.0 GW, India with 287 plants at 253.3 GW, and the United States with 291 plants producing 252.0 GW. Other notable contributors include Germany and Japan, with 130 plants and 76.8 GW, and 61 plants and 63.9 GW, respectively. This widespread utilization reflects the essential role coal has played in the development of industrial and residential power systems globally.

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