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The Spring Creek Energy Center is an integral part of the energy infrastructure in the United States, particularly within the state of Oklahoma. This gas-fired power plant boasts a generation capacity of 338 MW and has been operational since its commissioning in 2001. Owned and operated by Evergy Kansas Central Inc, the facility employs modern natural gas turbine technology, which is recognized for its efficiency and ability to provide reliable power generation with lower emissions compared to conventional fossil fuel plants. The coordinates of the Spring Creek Energy Center are 35.7422, -97.6550, positioning it strategically to contribute to the energy needs of the local grid. As Oklahoma continues to embrace a diversified energy strategy, the Spring Creek Energy Center exemplifies the state's efforts to incorporate cleaner energy solutions into its energy mix. The facility's role is particularly vital during peak electricity demand times, as it can quickly ramp up production to meet the needs of consumers. Furthermore, it aligns with broader national policies aimed at reducing carbon footprints and promoting the use of cleaner natural gas over more carbon-intensive fuels. Overall, the Spring Creek Energy Center stands as a testament to Oklahoma's commitment to modernizing its energy generation capabilities while ensuring a reliable supply of electricity for its residents.

Capacity
338 MW
Commissioning Year
2001

25 years old

Owner
Evergy Kansas Central Inc
Location
35.7422°, -97.6550°

United States of America, North America

Context & rankings
  • 1,074. largest of 10,098 plants in United States of America
  • #5,744 worldwide by installed capacity
  • #2,142 of 5,146 Natural Gas plants worldwide
  • 0.02% of the installed capacity of United States of America
Age & fleet comparison

25 years in operation

Natural Gas fleet average: 26.9 years

Operator portfolio

Evergy Kansas Central Inc operates 8 plants totalling 4,461 MW

Regional density

34 plants within 100 km, 9,784 MW combined

Nearest plant: Kingfisher Wind LLC (13.4 km)

Location

Coordinates:: 35.742200, -97.655000
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Carbon Footprint490 g CO₂/kWh
Annual CO₂
652.9 Kt
1332 GWh/year × 490 g/kWh
Cumulative CO₂
16.32 Mt
Over 25 years of operation
Closing Soon
2031
5 years remaining
Annual emissions equivalent to
141.9K
cars per year
87.0K
homes per year
29.7M
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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