Safe Harbor— 417.5 MW Hydroelectric
The Safe Harbor hydroelectric power plant, located in the United States, stands as a testament to the country’s commitment to renewable energy solutions. With a generation capacity of 417.5 MW, this facility has been operational since its commissioning in 1956, demonstrating the longevity and reliability of hydroelectric technology. The plant harnesses the kinetic energy of flowing water, converting it into electricity through a series of turbines and generators, which are efficient and have minimal environmental impact compared to fossil fuel-based energy generation. Situated at coordinates 39.9244, -76.3900, Safe Harbor is strategically placed along the Susquehanna River, playing a vital role in the local energy grid and contributing to the stability of the regional electricity supply. The importance of this power plant is particularly pronounced as the U.S. seeks to transition towards cleaner energy sources and reduce its carbon footprint. Safe Harbor not only supports the energy needs of the surrounding communities but also exemplifies the potential of hydroelectric power in the broader context of national energy policy.
70 years old
United States of America, North America
- 968. largest of 10,098 plants in United States of America
- #5,145 worldwide by installed capacity
- #845 of 8,493 Hydroelectric plants worldwide
- 0.03% of the installed capacity of United States of America
70 years in operation
Hydroelectric fleet average: 42.1 years
Safe Harbor operates 1 plants totalling 418 MW
163 plants within 100 km, 42,051 MW combined
Location
Zero Direct Emissions
Safe Harbor is a hydro power plant producing approximately 1463 GWh of clean electricity per year with zero direct CO₂ emissions during operation.
Lifecycle emissions: ~24 g CO₂/kWh (manufacturing, transport, decommissioning)
Technical Details
- Primary Fuel Type
- Hydro
- Energy Source
- 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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