University of Colorado
18th St and Colorado, Boulder, CO 80309Plant Summary Information
University of Colorado is ranked #30 out of 34 natural gas power plants in Colorado in terms of total annual net electricity generation.
University of Colorado is comprised of 3 generators and generated 600.2 MWh during the 3-month period between October 2024 to January 2025.
| Plant Name | University of Colorado |
|---|---|
| Utility Name | University of Colorado |
| Location | Boulder County, CO |
| Initial Operation Date | August 1992 |
| Last Update | Jan 2025 |
| Annual Generation | 4.6 GWh |
| Annual Consumption | 80.4 k MMBtu |
| Ranked #7,946 out of 11,979 Power Plants Nationwide | |
| Ranked #1,745 out of 2,255 Natural Gas Power Plants Nationwide | |
| Ranked #164 out of 269 Colorado Power Plants | |
| Ranked #30 out of 34 Colorado Natural Gas Power Plants | |
| Fuel Types | Natural Gas : 99.9% |
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Monthly Net Generation for University of Colorado
University of Colorado Details
| Summary Information | |
|---|---|
| Plant Name | University of Colorado (54372) |
| Plant Address | 18th St and Colorado, Boulder, CO 80309 |
| Utility | University of Colorado (22208) |
| Latitude, Longitude | 40.00759, -105.2692 |
| Generation Dates on File | Jan 2001 to Jan 2025 |
| Initial Operation Date | August 1992 |
| Annual Generation | 4.6 GWh |
| Fuel Types | Natural Gas : 99.9% |
| Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) Information | |
| FERC Cogeneration Status | Yes |
| FERC Cogeneration Docket Number | 90-160-000 |
| FERC Small Power Producer Status | No |
| FERC Exempt Wholesale Generator Status | No |
| Regulatory Information | |
|---|---|
| Regulatory Status | Non-Regulated |
| NERC Region | WECC |
| Balancing Authority | Public Service Company of Colorado (PSCO) |
| NAICS Code | Educational Services (611) |
| Sector | Commercial CHP (5) |
| Water Source | Air Cooled Condensor |
| Ash Impoundment | No |
| Transmission / Distribution Owner | Public Service Co of Colorado (15466) CO |
| Grid Voltage | 13.80 kV |
| Energy Storage | No |
| Natural Gas Information | |
| Local Distribution Company (LDC) | Other - See pipeline notes. |
| Pipeline Notes | Xcel Energy |
| Natural Gas Storage | No |
Generator GT1 Details Operating August 1992
| Technology | Natural Gas Fired Combined Cycle |
|---|---|
| Prime Mover | Combined Cycle Combustion Turbine Part |
| Unit Code | CC1 |
| Ownership | Single Owner |
| Can Bypass Heat Recovery Steam Generator | Yes |
| Nameplate Capacity | 16 MW |
| Nameplate Power Factor | 1 |
| Summer Capacity | 15 MW |
| Winter Capacity | 16 MW |
| Minimum Load | 2.5 MW |
| Uprate/Derate Completed | No |
| Status | Operating |
| First Operation Date | August 1992 |
|---|---|
| Combined Heat & Power | Yes |
| Sector Name | Commercial CHP (5) |
| Topping Or Bottoming | T |
| Energy Source | Natural Gas / Distillate Fuel Oil |
| Solid Fuel Gasification | No |
| Carbon Capture Technology | No |
| Time From Cold Shutdown To Full Load | 12H |
| Multiple Fuels | Yes |
| Cofire Fuels | No |
| Switch Between Oil And Natural Gas | Yes |
| Multifuel Details | |
| Switch When Operating | No |
|---|---|
| Net Summer Capacity With Natural Gas | 15 MW |
| Net Winter Capacity With Natural Gas | 15 MW |
| Net Summer Capacity With Oil | 15 MW |
| Net Winter Capacity With Oil | 15 MW |
| Time To Switch From Gas To Oil | 1H |
| Time To Switch From Oil To Gas | 6H |
| Factors That Limit Switching | Yes |
| Air Permit Limits | Yes |
Generator GT2 Details Operating August 1992
| Technology | Natural Gas Fired Combined Cycle |
|---|---|
| Prime Mover | Combined Cycle Combustion Turbine Part |
| Unit Code | CC1 |
| Ownership | Single Owner |
| Can Bypass Heat Recovery Steam Generator | Yes |
| Nameplate Capacity | 16 MW |
| Nameplate Power Factor | 1 |
| Summer Capacity | 15 MW |
| Winter Capacity | 16 MW |
| Minimum Load | 2.5 MW |
| Uprate/Derate Completed | No |
| Status | Operating |
| First Operation Date | August 1992 |
|---|---|
| Combined Heat & Power | Yes |
| Sector Name | Commercial CHP (5) |
| Topping Or Bottoming | T |
| Energy Source | Natural Gas / Distillate Fuel Oil |
| Solid Fuel Gasification | No |
| Carbon Capture Technology | No |
| Time From Cold Shutdown To Full Load | 12H |
| Multiple Fuels | Yes |
| Cofire Fuels | No |
| Switch Between Oil And Natural Gas | Yes |
| Multifuel Details | |
| Switch When Operating | No |
|---|---|
| Net Summer Capacity With Natural Gas | 15 MW |
| Net Winter Capacity With Natural Gas | 15 MW |
| Net Summer Capacity With Oil | 15 MW |
| Net Winter Capacity With Oil | 15 MW |
| Time To Switch From Gas To Oil | 1H |
| Time To Switch From Oil To Gas | 6H |
| Factors That Limit Switching | Yes |
| Air Permit Limits | Yes |
Generator ST1 Details Operating August 1992
| Technology | Natural Gas Fired Combined Cycle |
|---|---|
| Prime Mover | Combined Cycle Steam Part |
| Unit Code | CC1 |
| Ownership | Single Owner |
| Duct Burners | Yes |
| Nameplate Capacity | 1 MW |
| Nameplate Power Factor | 1 |
| Summer Capacity | 1 MW |
| Winter Capacity | 1 MW |
| Minimum Load | 1 MW |
| Uprate/Derate Completed | No |
| Status | Operating |
| First Operation Date | August 1992 |
|---|---|
| Combined Heat & Power | Yes |
| Sector Name | Commercial CHP (5) |
| Topping Or Bottoming | T |
| Energy Source | Natural Gas |
| Solid Fuel Gasification | No |
| Carbon Capture Technology | No |
| Time From Cold Shutdown To Full Load | 12H |
| Multiple Fuels | No |
| Cofire Fuels | No |
| Switch Between Oil And Natural Gas | No |
University of Colorado Plant Owners
| Owner Name | Address | Generator | Ownership |
|---|---|---|---|
| We couldn't locate any owners for this plant | |||
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