United States

Spindle Hill Energy Center — 420 MW Natural Gas

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Spindle Hill Energy Center is a 420 MW gas power plant located in United States of America. View location, capacity, and technical details.

Capacity
420 MW

Installed

Commissioned
2007

Year online

Owner
Invenergy Services LLC

Operator

Location
40.09, -104.89

Coordinates

Insights

#965
largest in %s
#1,866
largest %s worldwide
#5,099
largest worldwide
2007
%d yrs newer than avg
39
operated by %s
88
plants within 100 km

Technical Details

Fuel Type
Natural Gas
Capacity
420 MW
Commissioned
2007
Status
Operational
Owner
Invenergy Services LLC
Country
United States
Coordinates
40.092, -104.888

Estimated Carbon Footprint

Annual CO₂
811,264 t

tonnes / year

Lifetime CO₂
24.3M t

over ~%d yrs

Intensity
490 g

gCO₂ per kWh

Annual emissions equal to

176,362
cars / year
108,168
homes / year
36.9M
trees to offset

Indicative estimate from standard life-cycle emission and capacity factors — not a measured figure. Open calculator

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About this plant

The Spindle Hill Energy Center, located in the United States, is a notable gas-fired power generation facility with a capacity of 420 MW. Operated by Invenergy Services LLC since its commissioning in 2007, this power plant utilizes natural gas as its primary fuel source, with an additional capability to use oil when necessary. Situated at coordinates 40.0922° N and 104.8878° W in Colorado, the Spindle Hill Energy Center plays a critical role in the reliability and stability of the local energy grid. The plant’s operational flexibility allows it to respond swiftly to fluctuations in electricity demand, making it a valuable asset for balancing the grid, especially during peak consumption periods. Natural gas technology, known for its efficiency and lower carbon footprint compared to coal, is increasingly becoming a cornerstone of the United States’ energy strategy. The Spindle Hill Energy Center exemplifies this shift, contributing to a cleaner energy mix while supporting the country’s goal of reducing greenhouse gas emissions. As energy policies continue to evolve, facilities like Spindle Hill are essential in providing reliable energy solutions that promote economic growth and environmental stewardship.

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