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The TS Power Plant, located in the United States, holds the distinction of being the 1236th largest power generation facility in a country with over 10,000 plants, contributing 242 MW to the national energy grid. This coal-fired plant ranks 214th among the 297 coal facilities in the U.S., emphasizing its relatively modest capacity within a framework dominated by natural gas. Owned and operated by Nevada Gold Energy LLC since its commissioning in 2008, the TS Power Plant constitutes a mere 0.02% of the total national capacity of 1,386,385 MW. Its geographic isolation is notable, with the nearest significant energy generation facility, Beowawe Power, providing a geothermal output of 20.6 MW, highlighting the TS Power Plant's relatively singular role in the area. Coal continues to play a diminishing role in the overall U.S. energy profile, where natural gas has become the predominant fuel type. The TS Power Plant represents a transitional phase for many older coal facilities as they face increasing scrutiny and regulatory pressures to reduce emissions. Nevertheless, it continues to serve as a vital contributor to the regional grid, particularly during high-demand periods. The operator's commitment to maintaining operational efficiency and compliance with environmental standards speaks to the evolving landscape of energy production in the U.S. As the nation moves towards more sustainable energy practices, the future of the TS Power Plant will likely depend on advancements in carbon capture technology and potential retrofitting to accommodate cleaner energy solutions.

Capacity
242 MW
Commissioning Year
2008

18 years old

Owner
Nevada Gold Energy LLC
Location
40.7461°, -116.5297°

United States of America, North America

Context & rankings
  • 1,287. largest of 10,098 plants in United States of America
  • #6,787 worldwide by installed capacity
  • #2,025 of 2,793 Coal plants worldwide
  • 0.02% of the installed capacity of United States of America
Age & fleet comparison

18 years in operation

Coal fleet average: 29.2 years

Operator portfolio

Nevada Gold Energy LLC operates 1 plants totalling 242 MW

Regional density

3 plants within 100 km, 620 MW combined

Nearest plant: Beowawe Power (22.5 km)

Location

Coordinates:: 40.746100, -116.529700
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Carbon Footprint820 g CO₂/kWh
Annual CO₂
956.1 Kt
1166 GWh/year × 820 g/kWh
Cumulative CO₂
17.21 Mt
Over 18 years of operation
Est. Retirement
2048
22 years remaining
Annual emissions equivalent to
207.8K
cars per year
127.5K
homes per year
43.5M
trees to offset

Estimates based on Coal emission factor (820 g CO₂/kWh) and capacity factor (55%). Actual emissions may vary based on operating conditions, efficiency, and fuel quality.

Technical Details

Primary Fuel Type
Coal
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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