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PCS Nitrogen Fertilizer LP14 MW Cogeneration

Cogeneration

PCS Nitrogen Fertilizer LP is a 14 MW cogeneration power plant in the United States, operated by PCS Nitrogen LP since 2007. Ranked #21 of 34 cogeneration plants in the United States. Its 14 MW represents 1.34% of the country's total cogeneration capacity of 1,042 MW. The largest cogeneration plant in the United States is Mosaic New Wales Operations at 136 MW, making PCS Nitrogen 9.7 times smaller. Nearby plants within 50 km include Plaquemine Cogeneration Plant (987 MW, Gas), Carville Energy LLC (555 MW, Gas), and Big Cajun 1 (492.8 MW, Gas). The facility is located in Louisiana, approximately 40 km south of Baton Rouge.

Capacity
14 MW
Commissioning Year
2007

19 years old

Owner
PCS Nitrogen LP
Location
30.2270°, -91.0551°

United States of America, North America

Location

Coordinates:: 30.227000, -91.055100
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Carbon Footprint490 g CO₂/kWh
Annual CO₂
36.1 Kt
74 GWh/year × 490 g/kWh
Cumulative CO₂
685.1 Kt
Over 19 years of operation
Est. Retirement
2037
11 years remaining
Annual emissions equivalent to
7.8K
cars per year
4.8K
homes per year
1.6M
trees to offset

Estimates based on Cogeneration emission factor (490 g CO₂/kWh) and capacity factor (60%). Actual emissions may vary based on operating conditions, efficiency, and fuel quality.

Technical Details

Primary Fuel Type
Cogeneration
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
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Understanding Cogeneration: A Dual Approach to Power Generation

Cogeneration, also known as combined heat and power (CHP), is a highly efficient power generation technology that simultaneously produces electricity and useful heat from the same energy source. This process maximizes energy efficiency by capturing and utilizing the heat that would otherwise be wasted in conventional power generation methods, where only electricity is produced. Cogeneration systems can utilize various fuels, including natural gas, biomass, coal, and even waste heat from industrial processes, making it a versatile solution for different applications.

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