Cape Fear Steam Electric Plant
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MONCURE, NC · Chatham · NAICS 221112
Data updated May 2026
Annual Emissions History
| Year | Total CO2e (MT) |
|---|---|
| 2023 | 82,993 |
| 2022 | 87,494 |
| 2021 | 79,345 |
| 2013 | 1,054 |
| 2012 | 436,361 |
| 2011 | 1,038,007 |
Facility Insight: Cape Fear Steam Electric Plant
Cape Fear Steam Electric Plant (EPA GHGRP Facility ID 1000785) reported 83K metric tons of CO2-equivalent in 2023, operating in MONCURE, NC within Chatham. The site is classified under Power Plants with NAICS code 221112.
The facility has 6 years of reported data on record, covering the 2011–2023 window. Over that period, annual CO2e emissions declined by 92.0%, with the peak observed year showing up to 1.0M MT CO2e.
Emissions Analysis
Cape Fear Steam Electric Plant reports 83K MT CO2e, placing it among smaller reporting facilities in the GHGRP.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much CO2 does Cape Fear Steam Electric Plant emit? ▼
Cape Fear Steam Electric Plant reported 83K MT CO2e in 2023.
Is Cape Fear Steam Electric Plant reducing emissions? ▼
Over 6 reporting years (2011–2023), Cape Fear Steam Electric Plant's emissions have decreased by 92%. This suggests meaningful progress in emissions reduction.