The Bellary Thermal Power Station (TPS) is a significant coal-fired power generation facility located in India, coordinates 15.1932° N and 76.7195° E. With a robust capacity of 1700 MW, this power plant is a crucial contributor to India's energy mix, particularly in the southern region. Commissioned in 2012, the facility not only utilises coal as its primary fuel source but also has the capability to use oil as a secondary fuel, enhancing its operational flexibility. As India continues to experience rapid industrialisation and urbanisation, the Bellary TPS plays an indispensable role in meeting the increasing electricity demand across various sectors, including residential, commercial, and industrial. The operational context of the Bellary TPS is shaped by India’s energy policy, which aims to improve energy security while also investing in renewable energy sources. The plant’s strategic importance lies in its ability to provide reliable power supply, thereby supporting the local grid and contributing to the overall economic growth of the region. As India strives to transition towards a more sustainable energy future, power plants like Bellary TPS represent both the challenges of relying on fossil fuels and the imperative of ensuring energy availability for its growing population.
1.70 GW
14 years old
India, Asia
Location
Estimates based on Coal emission factor (820 g CO₂/kWh) and capacity factor (55%). Actual emissions may vary based on operating conditions, efficiency, and fuel quality.
Technical Details
- Primary Fuel Type
- Coal
- Energy Source
- Non-Renewable
- Country
India- Continent
- Asia
- Data Source
- Global Power Station Database
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Coal as a Power Generation Energy Source: An Overview
Coal has been a cornerstone of electricity generation for over a century, accounting for a significant share of global energy production. As of now, there are approximately 2,608 coal power plants worldwide, distributed across 74 countries, with a total installed capacity of around 2,257.3 gigawatts (GW). The leading countries in coal power generation include China, which operates 1,018 plants with a capacity of 1,038.0 GW, followed by India with 287 plants at 253.3 GW, and the United States with 291 plants at 252.0 GW. Other notable contributors include Germany and Japan, which have 130 and 61 plants, respectively, with capacities of 76.8 GW and 63.9 GW.
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