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Calpine Corporation is helping meet the needs of an economy that demands more and cleaner sources of electricity. Founded in 1984, Calpine is a major U.S. power company, capable of delivering nearly 25,000 megawatts of clean, cost-effective, reliable and fuel-efficient electricity to customers and communities in 16 states in the U.S. and Canada. The company owns, leases and operates low-carbon, natural gas-fired and renewable geothermal power plants. Using advanced technologies, Calpine generates electricity in a reliable and environmentally responsible manner for the customers and communities it serves.
Calpine and the Environment
Calpine's energy centers are among the newest and cleanest in the nation, producing low-cost, reliable electricity. Read more about our commitment to protecting the environment.
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Calpine in the Community
Calpine believes in being a good neighbor and an involved corporate citizen. We assist local charities in areas where our facilities are located, and our employees volunteer their time and talent generously. Find out more about our community involvement.
Calpine Quick Facts
- Founded in 1984
- Traded on the NYSE under the symbol: CPN
- Corporate offices in Houston, Texas and San Jose, California
- As of October 2009, Calpine's operating fleet includes 77 power plants, with the capacity to generate nearly 25,000 megawatts of electricity
- As of October 2009, Calpine has one power plant under development
- Uses clean, proven technologies: natural gas combined-cycle and geothermal energy
- Calpine is North America's largest geothermal power producer. At The Geysers in Northern California, Calpine harnesses naturally heated steam from the earth to create renewable "green" electric power
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