Oregon State University Energy Center
3452 SW Jefferson Way, Corvallis, OR 97331Plant Summary Information
Oregon State University Energy Center is ranked #12 out of 18 natural gas power plants in Oregon in terms of total annual net electricity generation.
Oregon State University Energy Center is comprised of 2 generators and generated 9.1 GWh during the 3-month period between December 2024 to March 2025.
| Plant Name | Oregon State University Energy Center |
|---|---|
| Utility Name | Oregon State University |
| Location | Benton County, OR |
| Initial Operation Date | June 2010 |
| Last Update | Mar 2025 |
| Annual Generation | 47.0 GWh |
| Annual Consumption | 602.2 k MMBtu |
| Ranked #4,052 out of 12,288 Power Plants Nationwide | |
| Ranked #1,107 out of 2,221 Natural Gas Power Plants Nationwide | |
| Ranked #84 out of 267 Oregon Power Plants | |
| Ranked #12 out of 18 Oregon Natural Gas Power Plants | |
| Fuel Types | Natural Gas |
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Monthly Net Generation for Oregon State University Energy Center
Oregon State University Energy Center Details
| Summary Information | |
|---|---|
| Plant Name | Oregon State University Energy Center (57653) |
| Plant Address | 3452 SW Jefferson Way, Corvallis, OR 97331 |
| Utility | Oregon State University (56968) |
| Latitude, Longitude | 44.56433, -123.28909 |
| Generation Dates on File | Jan 2011 to Mar 2025 |
| Initial Operation Date | June 2010 |
| Annual Generation | 47.0 GWh |
| Fuel Types | Natural Gas |
| Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) Information | |
| FERC Cogeneration Status | Yes |
| FERC Cogeneration Docket Number | QF10-431-000 |
| FERC Small Power Producer Status | No |
| FERC Exempt Wholesale Generator Status | No |
| Regulatory Information | |
|---|---|
| Regulatory Status | Non-Regulated |
| NERC Region | WECC |
| Balancing Authority | Bonneville Power Administration (BPAT) |
| NAICS Code | Educational Services (611) |
| Sector | Commercial CHP (5) |
| Water Source | Municipality |
| Ash Impoundment | No |
| Transmission / Distribution Owner | PacifiCorp (14354) OR |
| Grid Voltage | 20.80 kV |
| Energy Storage | No |
| Natural Gas Information | |
| Local Distribution Company (LDC) | NORTHWEST NATURAL GAS CO |
| Natural Gas Storage | No |
| Liquefied Natural Gas Storage | No |
Generator CTG Details Operating June 2010
| 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 | No |
| Nameplate Capacity | 5.5 MW |
| Nameplate Power Factor | 1 |
| Summer Capacity | 5.2 MW |
| Winter Capacity | 5.5 MW |
| Minimum Load | 2.5 MW |
| Uprate/Derate Completed | No |
| Status | Operating |
| First Operation Date | June 2010 |
| Combined Heat & Power | Yes |
|---|---|
| Sector Name | Commercial CHP (5) |
| Topping Or Bottoming | T |
| Energy Source | Natural Gas |
| Startup Source | Natural Gas |
| Solid Fuel Gasification | No |
| Carbon Capture Technology | No |
| Time From Cold Shutdown To Full Load | 12H |
| Other Planned Modifications | Yes |
| Other Modifications | January 2025 |
| Multiple Fuels | No |
| Cofire Fuels | No |
| Switch Between Oil And Natural Gas | No |
Generator STG Details OA June 2010
| Technology | Natural Gas Fired Combined Cycle |
|---|---|
| Prime Mover | Combined Cycle Steam Part |
| Unit Code | CC1 |
| Ownership | Single Owner |
| Duct Burners | No |
| Nameplate Capacity | 1 MW |
| Nameplate Power Factor | 1 |
| Summer Capacity | 0.5 MW |
| Winter Capacity | 1 MW |
| Minimum Load | 0.1 MW |
| Uprate/Derate Completed | No |
| Status | OA |
| First Operation Date | June 2010 |
|---|---|
| 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 |
Oregon State University Energy Center Plant Owners
| Owner Name | Address | Generator | Ownership |
|---|---|---|---|
| We couldn't locate any owners for this plant | |||
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