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Nearman Creek is a coal-fired power generation facility located in the United States, boasting a capacity of 355 MW. Owned and operated by the City of Kansas City (KS), this power plant has been in operation since its commissioning in 1987, serving as a key component of the region's energy generation strategy. The facility employs coal as its primary fuel, with the capability to utilize oil and gas as secondary and tertiary fuels, respectively. This flexibility is crucial in adapting to varying market conditions and energy demands. Positioned at coordinates 39.1681 latitude and -94.6975 longitude, Nearman Creek plays a significant role in supporting the local grid, providing reliable electricity to the surrounding communities. The operational context of the plant is particularly relevant as the United States undergoes a transition towards cleaner energy sources. While coal has historically been a dominant fuel in the energy mix, there is growing emphasis on reducing carbon emissions and increasing the use of renewables. Nonetheless, Nearman Creek remains an important power generation facility, contributing to energy security in Kansas City and ensuring that the region has access to stable electricity supplies, even amidst the changing landscape of energy policy and market dynamics.

Capacity
355 MW
Commissioning Year
1987

39 years old

Owner
City of Kansas City - (KS)
Location
39.1681°, -94.6975°

United States of America, North America

Context & rankings
  • 1,041. largest of 10,098 plants in United States of America
  • #5,600 worldwide by installed capacity
  • #1,774 of 2,793 Coal plants worldwide
  • 0.02% of the installed capacity of United States of America
Age & fleet comparison

39 years in operation

Coal fleet average: 29.2 years

Operator portfolio

City of Kansas City - (KS) operates 3 plants totalling 652 MW

Regional density

41 plants within 100 km, 9,428 MW combined

Nearest plant: Quindaro (5.5 km)

Location

Coordinates:: 39.168100, -94.697500
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Carbon Footprint820 g CO₂/kWh
Annual CO₂
1.40 Mt
1710 GWh/year × 820 g/kWh
Cumulative CO₂
54.70 Mt
Over 39 years of operation
Closing Soon
2027
1 year remaining
Annual emissions equivalent to
304.9K
cars per year
187.0K
homes per year
63.8M
trees to offset

Estimates based on Coal emission factor (820 g CO₂/kWh) and capacity factor (55%). Actual emissions may vary based on operating conditions, efficiency, and fuel quality.

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

10,098
Total Plants
1420.7 GW
Total Capacity
GasCoalNuclearWind
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