Electricity
Power Plants and Characteristics
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Gulf of Mexico Fact Sheet
Released: July 10, 2012 Updated data and maps of energy infrastructure in the Gulf of Mexico, and updated information on past energy disruptions in the U.S. (archived versions) |
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Fuel Competition in Power Generation and Elasticities of Substitution
Released: June 21, 2012 This report analyzes the competition between coal, natural gas and petroleum used for electricity generation by estimating what is referred to by economists as the elasticity of substitution among the fuels. |
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Smart Grid Legislative and Regulatory Policies and Case Studies
Released: December 12, 2011 In recent years, a number of U.S. states have adopted or are considering smart grid related laws, regulations, and voluntary or mandatory requirements. At the same time, the number of smart grid pilot projects has been increasing rapidly. EIA commissioned SAIC to research the development of smart grid in the United States and abroad. The research produced several documents that will help guide EIA as it considers how best to track smart grid developments. |
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Electric Power Annual
Released: November 9, 2011 Presents 12 years (1999 - 2010) of National-level data on electricity generating capacity, electricity generation and useful thermal output, fuel receipts, consumption, and emissions. (archived versions) |
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How old are U.S. power plants?
Released: August 8, 2011 The current fleet of electric power generators has a wide range of ages. About 530 gigawatts, or 51% of all generating capacity, were at least 30 years old at the end of 2010. Trends in generating capacity additions vary by fuel type, for coal, hydropower, natural gas, nuclear, petroleum, and wind. |
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Updated Capital Cost Estimates for Electricity Generation Plants
Released: November 18, 2010 This paper provides information on the cost of building new electricity power plants. These cost estimates are critical inputs in the development of energy projections and analyses. |
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What is the electric power grid, and what are some challenges it faces?
Released: October 20, 2009 Energy in Brief article on the electric power grid. |
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Inventory of Nonutility Electric Power Plants in the United States
Released: January 1, 2003 Final issue of this report. Provides annual aggregate statistics on generating units operated by nonutilities in the United States and the District of Columbia. Provides a 5-year outlook for generating unit additions and changes. (archived versions) |
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Inventory of Electric Utility Power Plants in the United States
Released: March 1, 2002 Final issue of this report. Provides detailed statistics on existing generating units operated by electric utilities as of December 31, 2000, and certain summary statistics about new generators planned for operation by electric utilities during the next 5 years. (archived versions) |
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