Manitowoc — 117 MW Petcoke

Manitowoc is a 117.4 MW petcoke-fired power plant located in Manitowoc, Wisconsin, United States, operated by Manitowoc Public Utilities since its commissioning in 1984. The facility utilizes petcoke as its primary fuel, with coal as a secondary fuel source, contributing to the local energy supply.

It is the 4th largest petcoke plant in the United States. With 117.4 MW, it represents 4.97% of the country’s total petcoke capacity of 2,362 MW. The United States has 11 petcoke plants with a combined capacity of 2,362 MW. Compared to the country’s largest petcoke plant, Brame Energy Center at 1,707 MW, Manitowoc is approximately one-seventh the size.

Petcoke is a significant component of the energy mix in the United States, often used in conjunction with coal to enhance efficiency. The plant’s location in the Midwest allows it to tap into regional energy demands while utilizing locally sourced fuels. Manitowoc is situated approximately 120 km south of Green Bay in the eastern part of Wisconsin.