Freeport McMoRan operates a 29 MW internal combustion power plant located in Silver City, New Mexico, within the Western Electricity Coordinating Council (WECC) region. The facility is managed by Phelps Dodge Tyrone and is part of the Public Service Company of New Mexico’s power control area. As an unregulated entity, Freeport McMoRan maintains majority ownership of the plant, which utilizes oil as its primary fuel source. The strategic positioning of this facility contributes to the energy landscape of the region, aligning with Freeport McMoRan’s commitment to operational excellence and sustainable energy practices.
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