### Question
How does the law define small unit?


### Answer
Under *42 U.S.C. § 16494*, **small unit** is defined as:

> a unit with a generating capacity in the 10–50 megawatt range

#### Citation:
  - *42 U.S.C. § 16494*
  - Heading: **CHAPTER 149-NATIONAL ENERGY POLICY AND PROGRAMS > SUBCHAPTER XIII-MISCELLANEOUS**

