### Question
How does the law define electric utility steam generating unit?


### Answer
Under *42 U.S.C. § 7412*, **electric utility steam generating unit** is defined as:

> any fossil fuel fired combustion unit of more than 25 megawatts that serves a generator that produces electricity for sale

#### Citation:
  - *42 U.S.C. § 7412*
  - Heading: **SUBCHAPTER I-PROGRAMS AND ACTIVITIES > Subchapter Referred to in Other Sections > Amendments**

