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Shell Deer Park is a notable power generation facility located in Texas, United States, at coordinates 29.7232, -95.1289. Commissioned in 1989, this plant has a capacity of 268.2 MW and primarily operates on natural gas, with the provision for other secondary fuels. The facility is part of Shell Oil Co-Deer Park's operations, reflecting the company's commitment to providing reliable energy solutions while adapting to the evolving energy landscape. The use of gas as a primary fuel source is significant, as it offers a cleaner alternative to more traditional fossil fuels, aligning with broader efforts to reduce carbon emissions. The Shell Deer Park plant plays an integral role in the local energy grid, contributing to both electricity supply and stability in a region that heavily relies on natural gas for its energy needs. Its strategic position within the U.S. energy market allows it to support the transition towards more sustainable energy practices while ensuring that the local population has access to reliable power. As energy policies continue to evolve, facilities like Shell Deer Park are essential in balancing the demands for electricity with environmental considerations.

Capacity
268.2 MW
Commissioning Year
1989

37 years old

Owner
Shell Oil Co-Deer Park
Location
29.7232°, -95.1289°

United States of America, North America

Context & rankings
  • 1,216. largest of 10,098 plants in United States of America
  • #6,493 worldwide by installed capacity
  • #2,384 of 5,146 Natural Gas plants worldwide
  • 0.02% of the installed capacity of United States of America
Age & fleet comparison

37 years in operation

Natural Gas fleet average: 26.9 years

Operator portfolio

Shell Oil Co-Deer Park operates 1 plants totalling 268 MW

Regional density

58 plants within 100 km, 23,637 MW combined

Nearest plant: Deer Park Energy Center (1.2 km)

Location

Coordinates:: 29.723200, -95.128900
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Carbon Footprint490 g CO₂/kWh
Annual CO₂
518.0 Kt
1057 GWh/year × 490 g/kWh
Cumulative CO₂
19.17 Mt
Over 37 years of operation
Past Retirement
2019
7 years past expected retirement
Annual emissions equivalent to
112.6K
cars per year
69.1K
homes per year
23.5M
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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