Empire Generating Co LLC

Empire Generating Co LLC is a 654 MW natural gas power plant in Rensselaer County, New York, operated by Empire Generating Co LLC. EIA-860M lists 3 generating units here, inside NYISO. Its units entered service in 2010.

As of 2026-07 (inventory dated 2026-07-31) · EIA-860M Preliminary Monthly Electric Generator Inventory · eia.gov/…/july_generator2026.xlsx · eia.gov/…/eia860m

Nameplate capacity
653.7 MW
620 MW net summer
Generating units
3
In service
2010
EIA plant ID
56259

Where it is

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County
Rensselaer County, New York
Coordinates
42.6252, -73.75
Balancing authority
NYIS
Sector
IPP CHP

Units, technology and status

Operator of record
Empire Generating Co LLC
Primary energy source
Natural gas
Technologies
Natural Gas Fired Combined Cycle
Status
Operating

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Empire Generating Co LLC: FAQ

Where is Empire Generating Co LLC?
In Rensselaer County, New York (NY). The map on this page is placed at the coordinates EIA files for the plant, which locate the site rather than any individual unit.
How big is Empire Generating Co LLC?
654 MW of nameplate capacity across 3 units, as of the EIA-860M release for 2026-07.
Who owns Empire Generating Co LLC?
EIA-860M names Empire Generating Co LLC as the reporting entity. That is the operator of record on the survey, which is not always the ultimate owner.
Is Empire Generating Co LLC still running?
EIA-860M files it as "Operating" for 2026-07. Statuses change monthly, and this page follows the monthly release.