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Silver Creek is a gas-fired power generation facility located in the United States of America, specifically at coordinates 31.6004, -89.9468. With a capacity of 250.5 MW, this plant plays an essential role in the energy landscape of its region. Commissioned in 2004, it has been operational for nearly two decades, providing a reliable source of electricity to meet local demand. Operated by Cooperative Energy, Silver Creek utilizes natural gas, a fuel type recognized for its efficiency and relatively lower environmental impact compared to other fossil fuels. The facility's modern gas turbine technology enables it to generate power efficiently, contributing to the stability of the local grid. The significance of Silver Creek extends beyond its operational capacity; it supports regional energy policies aimed at diversifying the energy mix and reducing greenhouse gas emissions. By harnessing natural gas, this power plant aligns with broader efforts to transition to more sustainable energy sources within the United States.

Capacity
250.5 MW
Commissioning Year
2004

22 years old

Owner
Cooperative Energy
Location
31.6004°, -89.9468°

United States of America, North America

Context & rankings
  • 1,257. largest of 10,098 plants in United States of America
  • #6,649 worldwide by installed capacity
  • #2,442 of 5,146 Natural Gas plants worldwide
  • 0.02% of the installed capacity of United States of America
Age & fleet comparison

22 years in operation

Natural Gas fleet average: 26.9 years

Operator portfolio

Cooperative Energy operates 5 plants totalling 2,351 MW

Regional density

13 plants within 100 km, 2,159 MW combined

Nearest plant: Georgia-Pacific Monticello Paper (13.1 km)

Location

Coordinates:: 31.600400, -89.946800
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Carbon Footprint490 g CO₂/kWh
Annual CO₂
483.9 Kt
987 GWh/year × 490 g/kWh
Cumulative CO₂
10.64 Mt
Over 22 years of operation
Est. Retirement
2034
8 years remaining
Annual emissions equivalent to
105.2K
cars per year
64.5K
homes per year
22.0M
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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