Carson Power Plant
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ELK GROVE, CA · Sacramento · NAICS 221112
Data updated May 2026
Annual Emissions History
| Year | Total CO2e (MT) |
|---|---|
| 2023 | 77,318 |
| 2022 | 106,085 |
| 2021 | 118,109 |
| 2020 | 113,875 |
| 2019 | 138,321 |
| 2018 | 171,398 |
| 2017 | 139,962 |
| 2016 | 183,447 |
| 2015 | 210,544 |
| 2014 | 200,512 |
| 2013 | 195,561 |
| 2012 | 173,787 |
| 2011 | 147,581 |
Facility Insight: Carson Power Plant
Carson Power Plant (EPA GHGRP Facility ID 1001127) reported 77K metric tons of CO2-equivalent in 2023, operating in ELK GROVE, CA within Sacramento. 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 47.6%, with the peak observed year showing up to 211K MT CO2e.
Emissions Analysis
Carson Power Plant reports 77K MT CO2e, placing it among smaller reporting facilities in the GHGRP.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much CO2 does Carson Power Plant emit? ▼
Carson Power Plant reported 77K MT CO2e in 2023.
Is Carson Power Plant reducing emissions? ▼
Over 13 reporting years (2011–2023), Carson Power Plant's emissions have decreased by 47.6%. This suggests meaningful progress in emissions reduction.