Big Cajun 2
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NEW ROADS, LA · Pointe Coupee · NAICS 221112
Data updated May 2026
Annual Emissions History
| Year | Total CO2e (MT) |
|---|---|
| 2023 | 2,106,119 |
| 2022 | 3,855,679 |
| 2021 | 2,952,196 |
| 2020 | 981,566 |
| 2019 | 2,927,335 |
| 2018 | 4,773,731 |
| 2017 | 6,015,925 |
| 2016 | 5,927,192 |
| 2015 | 7,081,709 |
| 2014 | 10,708,000 |
| 2013 | 10,861,384 |
| 2012 | 10,089,916 |
| 2011 | 12,461,977 |
Facility Insight: Big Cajun 2
Big Cajun 2 (EPA GHGRP Facility ID 1001016) reported 2.1M metric tons of CO2-equivalent in 2023, operating in NEW ROADS, LA within Pointe Coupee. The site is classified under Power Plants with NAICS code 221112.
The facility has 13 years of reported data on record, covering the 2011–2023 window. Over that period, annual CO2e emissions declined by 83.1%, with the peak observed year showing up to 12.5M MT CO2e.
Emissions Analysis
Big Cajun 2 is a major emissions source, reporting 2.1M metric tons of CO2 equivalent. Facilities of this scale typically include power plants, refineries, or large manufacturing operations.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much CO2 does Big Cajun 2 emit? ▼
Big Cajun 2 reported 2.1M MT CO2e in 2023.
Is Big Cajun 2 reducing emissions? ▼
Over 13 reporting years (2011–2023), Big Cajun 2's emissions have decreased by 83.1%. This suggests meaningful progress in emissions reduction.