Caltech Central
1124 E California St, Pasadena, CA 91106Plant Summary Information
Caltech Central is ranked #333 out of 346 natural gas power plants in California in terms of total annual net electricity generation.
Caltech Central is comprised of 11 generators and generated 401.0 MWh during the 3-month period between September 2023 to December 2023.
| Plant Name | Caltech Central |
|---|---|
| Utility Name | Bloom Energy 2009 PPA |
| Location | Los Angeles County, CA |
| Initial Operation Date | November 2010 |
| Last Update | Dec 2023 |
| Annual Generation | 401.0 MWh |
| Annual Consumption | 7.9 k MMBtu |
| Ranked #11,091 out of 11,835 Power Plants Nationwide | |
| Ranked #1,973 out of 2,253 Natural Gas Power Plants Nationwide | |
| Ranked #1,543 out of 1,569 California Power Plants | |
| Ranked #333 out of 346 California Natural Gas Power Plants | |
| Fuel Types | Natural Gas |
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Monthly Net Generation for Caltech Central
Caltech Central Details
| Summary Information | |
|---|---|
| Plant Name | Caltech Central (57460) |
| Plant Address | 1124 E California St, Pasadena, CA 91106 |
| Utility | Bloom Energy 2009 PPA (56778) |
| Latitude, Longitude | 34.1358, -118.1267 |
| Generation Dates on File | Nov 2010 to Dec 2023 |
| Initial Operation Date | November 2010 |
| Annual Generation | 401.0 MWh |
| Fuel Types | Natural Gas |
| Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) Information | |
| FERC Cogeneration Status | No |
| FERC Small Power Producer Status | No |
| FERC Exempt Wholesale Generator Status | No |
| Regulatory Information | |
|---|---|
| Regulatory Status | Non-Regulated |
| NERC Region | WECC |
| Balancing Authority | California Independent System Operator (CISO) |
| NAICS Code | Utilities (22) |
| Sector | IPP Non-CHP (2) |
| Water Source | |
| Ash Impoundment | No |
| Transmission / Distribution Owner | Southern California Edison Co (17609) CA |
| Grid Voltage | 4.00 kV |
| Energy Storage | No |
| Natural Gas Information | |
| Local Distribution Company (LDC) | SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA GAS COMPANY |
| Natural Gas Storage | No |
Generator CL00 Details Operating November 2010
| Technology | Other Natural Gas |
|---|---|
| Prime Mover | Fuel Cell |
| Ownership | Single Owner |
| Nameplate Capacity | 0.1 MW |
| Summer Capacity | 0.1 MW |
| Winter Capacity | 0.1 MW |
| Minimum Load | 0.1 MW |
| Uprate/Derate Completed | No |
| Status | Operating |
| First Operation Date | November 2010 |
|---|---|
| Planned Retirement | March 2031 |
| Combined Heat & Power | No |
| Sector Name | IPP Non-CHP (2) |
| Energy Source | Natural Gas |
| Solid Fuel Gasification | No |
| Time From Cold Shutdown To Full Load | 12H |
| Multiple Fuels | No |
Generator CL01 Details Operating November 2010
| Technology | Other Natural Gas |
|---|---|
| Prime Mover | Fuel Cell |
| Ownership | Single Owner |
| Nameplate Capacity | 0.1 MW |
| Summer Capacity | 0.1 MW |
| Winter Capacity | 0.1 MW |
| Minimum Load | 0.1 MW |
| Uprate/Derate Completed | No |
| Status | Operating |
| First Operation Date | November 2010 |
|---|---|
| Planned Retirement | March 2031 |
| Combined Heat & Power | No |
| Sector Name | IPP Non-CHP (2) |
| Energy Source | Natural Gas |
| Solid Fuel Gasification | No |
| Carbon Capture Technology | No |
| Time From Cold Shutdown To Full Load | 12H |
| Multiple Fuels | No |
Generator CL02 Details Operating November 2010
| Technology | Other Natural Gas |
|---|---|
| Prime Mover | Fuel Cell |
| Ownership | Single Owner |
| Nameplate Capacity | 0.1 MW |
| Summer Capacity | 0.1 MW |
| Winter Capacity | 0.1 MW |
| Minimum Load | 0.1 MW |
| Uprate/Derate Completed | No |
| Status | Operating |
| First Operation Date | November 2010 |
|---|---|
| Planned Retirement | March 2031 |
| Combined Heat & Power | No |
| Sector Name | IPP Non-CHP (2) |
| Energy Source | Natural Gas |
| Solid Fuel Gasification | No |
| Carbon Capture Technology | No |
| Time From Cold Shutdown To Full Load | 12H |
| Multiple Fuels | No |
Generator CL03 Details Operating November 2010
| Technology | Other Natural Gas |
|---|---|
| Prime Mover | Fuel Cell |
| Ownership | Single Owner |
| Nameplate Capacity | 0.1 MW |
| Summer Capacity | 0.1 MW |
| Winter Capacity | 0.1 MW |
| Minimum Load | 0.1 MW |
| Uprate/Derate Completed | No |
| Status | Operating |
| First Operation Date | November 2010 |
|---|---|
| Planned Retirement | March 2031 |
| Combined Heat & Power | No |
| Sector Name | IPP Non-CHP (2) |
| Energy Source | Natural Gas |
| Solid Fuel Gasification | No |
| Carbon Capture Technology | No |
| Time From Cold Shutdown To Full Load | 12H |
Generator CL04 Details Operating November 2010
| Technology | Other Natural Gas |
|---|---|
| Prime Mover | Fuel Cell |
| Ownership | Single Owner |
| Nameplate Capacity | 0.1 MW |
| Summer Capacity | 0.1 MW |
| Winter Capacity | 0.1 MW |
| Minimum Load | 0.1 MW |
| Uprate/Derate Completed | No |
| Status | Operating |
| First Operation Date | November 2010 |
|---|---|
| Planned Retirement | March 2031 |
| Combined Heat & Power | No |
| Sector Name | IPP Non-CHP (2) |
| Energy Source | Natural Gas |
| Solid Fuel Gasification | No |
| Carbon Capture Technology | No |
| Time From Cold Shutdown To Full Load | 12H |
Generator CL05 Details Operating November 2010
| Technology | Other Natural Gas |
|---|---|
| Prime Mover | Fuel Cell |
| Ownership | Single Owner |
| Nameplate Capacity | 0.1 MW |
| Summer Capacity | 0.1 MW |
| Winter Capacity | 0.1 MW |
| Minimum Load | 0.1 MW |
| Uprate/Derate Completed | No |
| Status | Operating |
| First Operation Date | November 2010 |
|---|---|
| Planned Retirement | March 2031 |
| Combined Heat & Power | No |
| Sector Name | IPP Non-CHP (2) |
| Energy Source | Natural Gas |
| Solid Fuel Gasification | No |
| Carbon Capture Technology | No |
| Time From Cold Shutdown To Full Load | 12H |
Generator CL06 Details Operating November 2010
| Technology | Other Natural Gas |
|---|---|
| Prime Mover | Fuel Cell |
| Ownership | Single Owner |
| Nameplate Capacity | 0.1 MW |
| Summer Capacity | 0.1 MW |
| Winter Capacity | 0.1 MW |
| Minimum Load | 0.1 MW |
| Uprate/Derate Completed | No |
| Status | Operating |
| First Operation Date | November 2010 |
|---|---|
| Planned Retirement | March 2031 |
| Combined Heat & Power | No |
| Sector Name | IPP Non-CHP (2) |
| Energy Source | Natural Gas |
| Solid Fuel Gasification | No |
| Carbon Capture Technology | No |
| Time From Cold Shutdown To Full Load | 12H |
Generator CL07 Details Operating November 2010
| Technology | Other Natural Gas |
|---|---|
| Prime Mover | Fuel Cell |
| Ownership | Single Owner |
| Nameplate Capacity | 0.1 MW |
| Summer Capacity | 0.1 MW |
| Winter Capacity | 0.1 MW |
| Minimum Load | 0.1 MW |
| Uprate/Derate Completed | No |
| Status | Operating |
| First Operation Date | November 2010 |
|---|---|
| Planned Retirement | March 2031 |
| Combined Heat & Power | No |
| Sector Name | IPP Non-CHP (2) |
| Energy Source | Natural Gas |
| Solid Fuel Gasification | No |
| Carbon Capture Technology | No |
| Time From Cold Shutdown To Full Load | 12H |
Generator CL08 Details Operating November 2010
| Technology | Other Natural Gas |
|---|---|
| Prime Mover | Fuel Cell |
| Ownership | Single Owner |
| Nameplate Capacity | 0.1 MW |
| Summer Capacity | 0.1 MW |
| Winter Capacity | 0.1 MW |
| Minimum Load | 0.1 MW |
| Uprate/Derate Completed | No |
| Status | Operating |
| First Operation Date | November 2010 |
|---|---|
| Planned Retirement | March 2031 |
| Combined Heat & Power | No |
| Sector Name | IPP Non-CHP (2) |
| Energy Source | Natural Gas |
| Solid Fuel Gasification | No |
| Carbon Capture Technology | No |
| Time From Cold Shutdown To Full Load | 12H |
Generator CL09 Details Operating November 2010
| Technology | Other Natural Gas |
|---|---|
| Prime Mover | Fuel Cell |
| Ownership | Single Owner |
| Nameplate Capacity | 0.1 MW |
| Summer Capacity | 0.1 MW |
| Winter Capacity | 0.1 MW |
| Minimum Load | 0.1 MW |
| Uprate/Derate Completed | No |
| Status | Operating |
| First Operation Date | November 2010 |
|---|---|
| Planned Retirement | March 2031 |
| Combined Heat & Power | No |
| Sector Name | IPP Non-CHP (2) |
| Energy Source | Natural Gas |
| Solid Fuel Gasification | No |
| Carbon Capture Technology | No |
| Time From Cold Shutdown To Full Load | 12H |
Generator CL10 Details Operating November 2010
| Technology | Other Natural Gas |
|---|---|
| Prime Mover | Fuel Cell |
| Ownership | Single Owner |
| Nameplate Capacity | 0.1 MW |
| Summer Capacity | 0.1 MW |
| Winter Capacity | 0.1 MW |
| Minimum Load | 0.1 MW |
| Uprate/Derate Completed | No |
| Status | Operating |
| First Operation Date | November 2010 |
|---|---|
| Planned Retirement | March 2031 |
| Combined Heat & Power | No |
| Sector Name | IPP Non-CHP (2) |
| Energy Source | Natural Gas |
| Solid Fuel Gasification | No |
| Carbon Capture Technology | No |
| Time From Cold Shutdown To Full Load | 12H |
Caltech Central Plant Owners
| Owner Name | Address | Generator | Ownership | We couldn't locate any owners for this plant |
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