Environment in Belen, NM
Air quality, water systems, and environmental sites
Water Systems
Source: EPA SDWISWater Systems
1
Pop. Served
10,830
Violations (5yr)
41
Greenhouse Gas Emitters
Source: EPA GHGRP (2023)Facilities Reporting
3
Total CO₂e
198.6K MT
Top Emitter
Valencia Power Plant
146.6K MT CO₂e
Total CO₂e vs Similar Cities (under10k)
| Facility | Sector | CO₂e (MT) |
|---|---|---|
Valencia Power Plant Southwest Generation Operating Co Llc | Power Plants | 146,573 |
La Luz Energy Center Pnm Resources Inc | Power Plants | 36,263 |
EPNG Belen Compressor Station Kinder Morgan Inc | Petroleum and Natural Gas Systems | 15,794 |
Data from EPA Greenhouse Gas Reporting Program (GHGRP). Includes facilities emitting 25,000+ metric tons CO₂e/year.
There are 1 water system serving the area. 41 water quality violations have been reported in the past 5 years. 3 industrial facilities report greenhouse gas emissions totaling 198.6K metric tons of CO₂e.