Bergen Generating Station
1.2 GW gas power plant in United States of America
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History & Background
Commissioned in 1959, Bergen Generating Station is a gas power plant located in United States of America with an installed capacity of 1.2 GW. It is operated by PSEG.
Why It Matters
Bergen Generating Station provides flexible, dispatchable electricity to United States of America, with capacity to supply roughly 563,477 US-equivalent households per year. Combined-cycle gas plants emit roughly half the CO2 per kilowatt-hour of coal, which is why many countries are using gas as a "bridge fuel" during their energy transition.
Environmental Impact
Natural gas combined-cycle plants like Bergen Generating Station emit roughly half the CO2 per unit of electricity that coal plants do, but they still emit substantial amounts—on the order of 2.7 million tonnes per year for a plant this size. Methane leakage from the upstream gas supply chain can also significantly affect the climate impact.
Fun Facts
- Produces enough electricity to power roughly 563,477 US-equivalent households per year at typical capacity factor.
- Has been operating for 67 years.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much power does Bergen Generating Station produce?▾
Bergen Generating Station has an installed nameplate capacity of 1.2 GW. At typical capacity factors for gas plants (~55%), this produces enough electricity for approximately 563,477 US-equivalent households per year.
Where is Bergen Generating Station located?▾
Bergen Generating Station is located in United States of America at approximately 40.8333°, -74.0833°.
When was Bergen Generating Station built?▾
Bergen Generating Station was commissioned in 1959.
Who owns Bergen Generating Station?▾
Bergen Generating Station is owned and operated by PSEG.
About Natural Gas Power
Natural gas power plants burn natural gas in a combustion turbine to generate electricity. They are more efficient and produce fewer emissions than coal plants, making them a popular choice for baseload and peaking power.
Other Natural Gas Power Plants in United States of America
| Name | Capacity | Owner |
|---|---|---|
| ⚡West County Energy Center | 3.8 GW | Florida Power & Light |
| ⚡Ravenswood Generating Station | 2.5 GW | LS Power |
| ⚡Mystic Generating Station | 1.9 GW | Constellation Energy |
| ⚡Astoria Generating Station | 1.3 GW | NRG Energy |
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Data Sources
Power plant data is based on the Global Power Plant Database by World Resources Institute, in collaboration with Google, KTH Royal Institute of Technology, Enipedia, and the Global Energy Observatory.
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