NAICS 22111—Electric Power Generation

Where 22111 sits

1. 22 Utilities
2. 221 Utilities
3. 2211 Electric Power Generation, Transmission and Distribution
4. 22111 Electric Power Generation

Contains 8 narrower codes

• 221111 Hydroelectric Power Generation
• 221112 Fossil Fuel Electric Power Generation
• 221113 Nuclear Electric Power Generation
• 221114 Solar Electric Power Generation
• 221115 Wind Electric Power Generation
• 221116 Geothermal Electric Power Generation
• 221117 Biomass Electric Power Generation
• 221118 Other Electric Power Generation

Description

This industry comprises establishments primarily engaged in operating electric power generation facilities. These facilities convert other forms of energy, such as water power (i.e., hydroelectric), fossil fuels, nuclear power, and solar power, into electrical energy. The establishments in this industry produce electric energy and provide electricity to transmission systems or to electric power distribution systems.

Cross-references for 22111

• Operating trash incinerators that also generate electricity--are classified in Industry 56221, Waste Treatment and Disposal; and
• Installing solar panels or solar heating equipment--are classified in Industry Group 2382, Building Equipment Contractors.

22111 in other systems