Federal Research Center at White OAK Central Utility Plant
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Silver Spring, MD · MONTGOMERY COUNTY · NAICS 221112
Data updated May 2026
Annual Emissions History
| Year | Total CO2e (MT) |
|---|---|
| 2023 | 69,073 |
| 2022 | 71,955 |
| 2021 | 74,739 |
| 2020 | 73,014 |
| 2019 | 75,117 |
| 2018 | 78,351 |
| 2017 | 78,209 |
| 2016 | 71,098 |
| 2015 | 77,220 |
| 2014 | 72,039 |
| 2013 | 39,838 |
| 2012 | 43,272 |
| 2011 | 42,374 |
Facility Insight: Federal Research Center at White OAK Central Utility Plant
Federal Research Center at White OAK Central Utility Plant (EPA GHGRP Facility ID 1006938) reported 69K metric tons of CO2-equivalent in 2023, operating in Silver Spring, MD within MONTGOMERY COUNTY. 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 rose by 63.0%, with the peak observed year showing up to 78K MT CO2e.
Emissions Analysis
Federal Research Center at White OAK Central Utility Plant reports 69K MT CO2e, placing it among smaller reporting facilities in the GHGRP.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much CO2 does Federal Research Center at White OAK Central Utility Plant emit? ▼
Federal Research Center at White OAK Central Utility Plant reported 69K MT CO2e in 2023.
Is Federal Research Center at White OAK Central Utility Plant reducing emissions? ▼
Over 13 reporting years (2011–2023), Federal Research Center at White OAK Central Utility Plant's emissions have increased by 63%. This may reflect expanded operations or increased production.