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Ripon Generation Station is a 121 MW gas-fired power plant located in the United States, operated by Modesto Irrigation District since its commissioning in 2006. The facility generates electricity primarily from natural gas, contributing to the regional power supply. It ranks as the 878th largest gas plant in the United States. With a capacity of 121 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 largest gas plant, West County Energy Center at 4,263 MW, Ripon Generation Station is about 1/35th the size. Natural gas is a significant energy source in the U.S., essential for meeting electricity demand and ensuring grid stability. The country has a diverse energy portfolio, with gas playing a key role in transitioning to cleaner energy sources. The plant is located in California's Central Valley, approximately 150 km from San Francisco.

Capacity
121 MW
Commissioning Year
2006

20 years old

Owner
Modesto Irrigation District
Location
37.7315°, -121.1160°

United States of America, North America

Context & rankings
  • 1,921. largest of 10,098 plants in United States of America
  • #9,221 worldwide by installed capacity
  • #3,103 of 5,146 Natural Gas plants worldwide
  • 0.01% of the installed capacity of United States of America
Age & fleet comparison

20 years in operation

Natural Gas fleet average: 26.9 years

Operator portfolio

Modesto Irrigation District operates 4 plants totalling 465 MW

Regional density

232 plants within 100 km, 15,116 MW combined

Nearest plant: Axium Modesto Solar (10.6 km)

Location

Coordinates:: 37.731500, -121.116000
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Carbon Footprint490 g CO₂/kWh
Annual CO₂
233.7 Kt
477 GWh/year × 490 g/kWh
Cumulative CO₂
4.67 Mt
Over 20 years of operation
Est. Retirement
2036
10 years remaining
Annual emissions equivalent to
50.8K
cars per year
31.2K
homes per year
10.6M
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
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