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GAS POWER PLANTSMetcalf Energy Center
Metcalf Energy Center is a 635 MW operating gas power plant in Santa Clara County, California, operated by Calpine Corp - Metcalf Energy Center.
Generators
Each generating unit EIA lists at this plant.
| Unit | Technology | Capacity | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| STG1 | Natural Gas Fired Combined Cycle | 235 MW | |
| CTG1 | Natural Gas Fired Combined Cycle | 200 MW | |
| CTG2 | Natural Gas Fired Combined Cycle | 200 MW |
Plant details
- Operator
- Calpine Corp - Metcalf Energy Center
- Location
- Santa Clara County, California
- Balancing authority
- CISO
- Sector
- IPP Non-CHP
- Capacity
- Operating: 635 MW
- First unit online
- Jun 2005
- EIA plant ID
- 55393
Location
37.2207, -121.7457
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Source: U.S. Energy Information Administration, Form EIA-860M, September 2026. Planned dates are targets reported by the developer and often change. Report a problem