Veyo Heat Recovery Project is a 9.5 MW cogeneration power plant in the United States, commissioned in 2016. Ranked #23 of 34 cogeneration plants in the United States, it accounts for 0.91% of the country's total cogeneration capacity of 1,042 MW. The largest cogeneration plant in the United States is Mosaic New Wales Operations at 136 MW, making Veyo 14.3 times smaller. Nearby plants include Enterprise Solar LLC (80 MW, Solar), Millcreek Power Generation (80 MW, Gas), and St George Red Rock (14 MW, Oil). The facility is located in Utah, approximately 50 km from St. George.
10 years old
United States of America, North America
Location
Estimates based on Cogeneration emission factor (490 g CO₂/kWh) and capacity factor (60%). Actual emissions may vary based on operating conditions, efficiency, and fuel quality.
Technical Details
- Primary Fuel Type
- Cogeneration
- Energy Source
- Non-Renewable
- Country
United States of America- Continent
- North America
- Data Source
- Global Power Plant Database
United States of America — Energy Profile
Nearby Power Plants
Understanding Cogeneration: A Dual Approach to Power Generation
Cogeneration, also known as combined heat and power (CHP), is a highly efficient power generation technology that simultaneously produces electricity and useful heat from the same energy source. This process maximizes energy efficiency by capturing and utilizing the heat that would otherwise be wasted in conventional power generation methods, where only electricity is produced. Cogeneration systems can utilize various fuels, including natural gas, biomass, coal, and even waste heat from industrial processes, making it a versatile solution for different applications.
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