Permian Basin Steam Electric Station
Background
Permian Basin Steam Electric Station is a two unit gas/oil fired power plant, with five gas turbines generators later added to respond to market conditions. Many Luminant plants are named after nearby bodies of water or nearby geological locations. Some Luminant plants operate primarily using natural gas as a fuel and have the capability of using oil as a fuel. The extra capability to burn oil provides more flexibility for Luminant's fleet to meet the needs of customers.
Economic Impact to the Area
Luminant is proud to be a major contributor to the economy in areas where it maintains and operates facilities. Luminant produces an annual economic benefit of more than $1.2 billion across Texas through power plant payrolls, purchases, contracts, taxes paid and other expenditures.
History
Permian Basin Steam Electric Station is named after the area in which it is located. The area is known as an ancient sea floor, with rich fossils in the exposed rocks. In the 1980s, Units 1-4 were retired and dismantled. Unit 5 began operation in 1950. Unit 6 began operations in 1973. Five gas turbines began operations after 1988.
Awards
Luminant has received numerous awards over past years from a variety of regulatory, conservation, municipal and other organizations.
Environmental Equipment and Accomplishments
At Luminant, we care about the air we share. Luminant is committed to innovative leadership in managing environmental issues, including minimizing its own impact on the environment without sacrificing the interests of future generations.
As part of the overall program to protect clean air, all Luminant plants have been modified to reduce emissions, through equipment and/or operational changes. Because of these initiatives, Luminant has been a leader in reducing nitrogen oxide (NOx) emissions in Texas. The Permian Basin plant participates in a Beneficial Reuse program, recognized by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality, which sends cooling tower water to the City of Monahans for treatment and reuse.
Civic
Luminant has a rich history of community leadership through employee volunteerism, employee contributions and company financial support. Employees of the plant support a variety of organizations in their community. United Way and Energy Aid receive employee contributions through payroll deductions as well as personal donations.
