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Sheboygan Falls is a gas-fired power generation facility located in the United States, with a capacity of 346.8 MW. Owned and operated by Wisconsin Power & Light Co, this power plant has been operational since its commissioning in 2005, playing a significant role in the local energy landscape. Utilizing advanced gas turbine technology, Sheboygan Falls harnesses natural gas to generate electricity, providing a reliable source of power to meet the demands of the surrounding communities. The plant is strategically located at coordinates 43.7518, -87.8781, allowing it to efficiently supply electricity to the regional grid. In the context of U.S. energy policy, the reliance on natural gas for power generation reflects a broader shift towards cleaner energy sources, as natural gas emits fewer pollutants compared to traditional coal-fired power plants. Sheboygan Falls is particularly important for its ability to provide quick response capabilities, which are essential during peak demand periods or when renewable energy sources, such as wind and solar, are not sufficiently generating power. As the energy landscape evolves, Sheboygan Falls exemplifies the ongoing transition towards a more sustainable and diversified energy generation portfolio in North America.

Capacity
346.8 MW
Commissioning Year
2005

21 years old

Owner
Wisconsin Power & Light Co
Location
43.7518°, -87.8781°

United States of America, North America

Context & rankings
  • 1,058. largest of 10,098 plants in United States of America
  • #5,692 worldwide by installed capacity
  • #2,117 of 5,146 Natural Gas plants worldwide
  • 0.02% of the installed capacity of United States of America
Age & fleet comparison

21 years in operation

Natural Gas fleet average: 26.9 years

Operator portfolio

Wisconsin Power & Light Co operates 12 plants totalling 3,823 MW

Regional density

46 plants within 100 km, 7,363 MW combined

Nearest plant: Edgewater (14.4 km)

Location

Coordinates:: 43.751800, -87.878100
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Carbon Footprint490 g CO₂/kWh
Annual CO₂
669.9 Kt
1367 GWh/year × 490 g/kWh
Cumulative CO₂
14.07 Mt
Over 21 years of operation
Est. Retirement
2035
9 years remaining
Annual emissions equivalent to
145.6K
cars per year
89.3K
homes per year
30.4M
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
GasCoalNuclearWind
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