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The Yucca power plant, located in the United States, is a crucial gas-fired power generation facility with a capacity of 425 MW. This power plant, which also has the capability to utilize oil as a secondary fuel, plays an important role in ensuring energy security and reliability within its operational region. The facility is operated by Arizona Public Service Co, which manages its efficient energy generation processes. Situated at coordinates 32.7214, -114.7106, the Yucca power plant is strategically located to support the energy needs of the communities in its vicinity. As the U.S. continues to navigate the complexities of energy generation and consumption, facilities like Yucca are essential in providing backup power, particularly during peak demand periods or when renewable energy sources are not sufficient. The operational context of Yucca aligns with national energy policies that advocate for a diverse energy mix, including natural gas and oil, while also recognizing the importance of transitioning towards cleaner sources. Overall, the Yucca power plant exemplifies the role of gas in the U.S. energy landscape as a reliable and flexible resource in a changing energy environment.

Capacity
425 MW
Commissioning Year
1980

46 years old

Owner
Arizona Public Service Co
Location
32.7214°, -114.7106°

United States of America, North America

Context & rankings
  • 960. largest of 10,098 plants in United States of America
  • #5,078 worldwide by installed capacity
  • #1,856 of 5,146 Natural Gas plants worldwide
  • 0.03% of the installed capacity of United States of America
Age & fleet comparison

46 years in operation

Natural Gas fleet average: 26.9 years

Operator portfolio

Arizona Public Service Co operates 23 plants totalling 11,426 MW

Regional density

76 plants within 100 km, 8,887 MW combined

Nearest plant: Pilot Knob (1.7 km)

Location

Coordinates:: 32.721400, -114.710600
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Carbon Footprint490 g CO₂/kWh
Annual CO₂
820.9 Kt
1675 GWh/year × 490 g/kWh
Cumulative CO₂
37.76 Mt
Over 46 years of operation
Past Retirement
2010
16 years past expected retirement
Annual emissions equivalent to
178.5K
cars per year
109.5K
homes per year
37.3M
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
GasCoalNuclearWind
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