Lake Charles Power Station
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Westlake, LA · CALCASIEU PARISH · NAICS 221112
Data updated May 2026
Annual Emissions History
| Year | Total CO2e (MT) |
|---|---|
| 2023 | 2,100,697 |
| 2022 | 2,240,190 |
| 2021 | 2,023,251 |
| 2020 | 1,193,412 |
Facility Insight: Lake Charles Power Station
Lake Charles Power Station (EPA GHGRP Facility ID 1013878) reported 2.1M metric tons of CO2-equivalent in 2023, operating in Westlake, LA within CALCASIEU PARISH. The site is classified under Power Plants with NAICS code 221112.
The facility has 4 years of reported data on record, covering the 2020–2023 window. Over that period, annual CO2e emissions rose by 76.0%, with the peak observed year showing up to 2.2M MT CO2e.
Emissions Analysis
Lake Charles Power Station 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 Lake Charles Power Station emit? ▼
Lake Charles Power Station reported 2.1M MT CO2e in 2023.
Is Lake Charles Power Station reducing emissions? ▼
Over 4 reporting years (2020–2023), Lake Charles Power Station's emissions have increased by 76%. This may reflect expanded operations or increased production.