Rybnik Power Station is a prominent coal-fired power plant situated in Poland, with a capacity of 1720 MW. This facility is integral to the country’s energy generation landscape, providing a significant portion of the electricity required to power homes and industries across the region. Located at coordinates 50.1331° N and 18.5231° E, Rybnik Power Station plays a vital role in the Upper Silesia region, an area historically known for its coal mining activities and energy production. The plant exemplifies the utilisation of traditional coal technology, which has been a cornerstone of Poland's energy strategy for decades. As the country continues to navigate its energy transition, Rybnik Power Station remains essential in providing a stable energy supply while contributing to discussions around reducing carbon emissions and increasing renewable energy sources. The operational context of this power plant is shaped by Poland's energy policy, which emphasises energy security and diversification, ensuring that facilities like Rybnik remain crucial for the foreseeable future.
1.72 GW
52 years old
Poland, Europe
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
Poland- Continent
- Europe
- 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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