Gorgas Steam Plant

GPTKB entity

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Predicate Object
gptkbp:instanceOf power plant
gptkbp:capacity 1,000 megawatts
gptkbp:carbonation not implemented
gptkbp:challenges regulatory changes
gptkbp:commissioned 1972
gptkbp:community air quality issues
active community relations program
gptkbp:community_engagement public meetings
gptkbp:community_impact local economy support
gptkbp:communityPrograms supports local initiatives
gptkbp:coolingSystem once-through cooling
pulverized coal boiler
gptkbp:decommissioningDate under development
gptkbp:electrification serves approximately 500,000 homes
gptkbp:emergencyServices preparedness plans in place
gptkbp:emissionsStandard carbon dioxide
particulate matter controls
gptkbp:energyEfficiency contributes to energy security.
focus on improving efficiency
part of broader energy transition efforts
gptkbp:engineType steam turbine
gptkbp:environmental_impact air pollution
habitat disruption
increased scrutiny
gptkbp:environmentalProtection conducted regularly
subject to state and federal laws
installed scrubbers
gptkbp:fuel_capacity moderate efficiency
implemented programs
imported coal
managed supply chain
gptkbp:fuelCapacity coal
gptkbp:future_plans transition to cleaner energy
gptkbp:futurePlans considering diverse energy sources
gptkbp:gridConnection gptkb:Southern_Company_grid
contributes to grid stability
integrated into regional grid
gptkbp:historical_significance one of the largest in Alabama
https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label Gorgas Steam Plant
gptkbp:investmentFocus significant capital investment
gptkbp:location gptkb:Alabama
gptkbp:maintenance regular maintenance schedule
gptkbp:notableFeature influenced by energy policy changes
gptkbp:operator gptkb:Alabama_Power
gptkbp:origin named_after_John_Gorgas
gptkbp:owner gptkb:Southern_Company
gptkbp:partnerships collaborations with universities
gptkbp:powerOutput base load power
varies with demand
gptkbp:powers various agreements with utilities
gptkbp:public_perception mixed opinions
gptkbp:regulatoryCompliance subject to various regulations
EPA_regulations
gptkbp:research conducted on emissions
gptkbp:retirementYear planned for 2028
gptkbp:safetyFeatures generally safe
gptkbp:stakeholders involves local stakeholders
gptkbp:status operational
gptkbp:sustainability significant carbon footprint
gptkbp:sustainability_initiatives exploring renewable options
gptkbp:technology conventional power generation
gptkbp:transportation rail and barge
gptkbp:type coal-fired power plant
gptkbp:waterManagement landfill
gptkbp:waterQuality gptkb:Black_Warrior_River