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The Victoria power plant, located in the United States of America, plays a crucial role in the regional energy mix by utilizing natural gas as its fuel source. With a generation capacity of 376.9 MW, this facility contributes significantly to the electricity supply in its locality. Commissioned in 1987 and operated by Victoria WLE LP, the plant employs gas-fired generation technology, specifically utilizing a combined cycle system that enhances efficiency and reduces emissions compared to traditional power generation methods. The plant's geographic coordinates, 28.7883° N latitude and 97.0100° W longitude, place it in a region that is strategically important for energy distribution across Texas. Natural gas has increasingly become a dominant fuel source in the U.S. energy landscape due to its cleaner-burning characteristics and the abundance of domestic supply, thus bolstering energy security and reliability. In the context of local energy policies, the Victoria power plant aligns with the broader national strategy to transition towards cleaner energy solutions while ensuring stable energy prices and adequate supply to meet demand. As part of the local grid, the Victoria power plant not only supports residential and commercial energy needs but also plays a vital role in balancing supply and demand during peak periods, making it an essential asset for the Texas energy market.

Capacity
376.9 MW
Commissioning Year
1987

39 years old

Owner
Victoria WLE LP
Location
28.7883°, -97.0100°

United States of America, North America

Location

Coordinates:: 28.788300, -97.010000
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Carbon Footprint490 g CO₂/kWh
Annual CO₂
728.0 Kt
1486 GWh/year × 490 g/kWh
Cumulative CO₂
28.39 Mt
Over 39 years of operation
Past Retirement
2017
9 years past expected retirement
Annual emissions equivalent to
158.3K
cars per year
97.1K
homes per year
33.1M
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

10,047
Total Plants
1386.4 GW
Total Capacity
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Gas Power Generation: An Overview of Its Mechanisms, Benefits, and Future Prospects

Gas power generation is a significant component of the global energy landscape, characterized by the use of natural gas to produce electricity. This process typically involves either gas turbines or combined cycle gas plants. In a gas turbine, compressed air is mixed with natural gas and ignited, producing high-temperature exhaust gases that spin a turbine connected to a generator. Combined cycle plants enhance efficiency by utilizing both gas and steam turbines. After the gas turbine generates electricity, the waste heat is used to produce steam, which drives a steam turbine, thereby maximizing energy extraction from the fuel.

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