The MPEA Energy Center, located in Chicago, Illinois, operates within the ReliabilityFirst Corporation NERC region. This facility utilizes internal combustion technology and has an operating capacity of 6 megawatts. It is integrated into the PJM Interconnection power control area, ensuring efficient energy distribution. The plant is managed by the Metropolitan Pier and Exposition Authority, which also serves as the majority owner and holding company. The MPEA Energy Center operates under an unregulated status and primarily utilizes oil as its fuel source, contributing to the energy needs of the region.