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Karmanovskaya TPP1,831 MW Gas

Gas

The Karmanovskaya TPP stands as a critical power generation facility in Russia, contributing significantly to the national energy mix with its substantial capacity of 1831 MW. This gas-fired power plant, commissioned in 1968, is operated by LLC 'Bashkir Generation Company' and utilises advanced gas turbine technology to provide reliable and efficient energy generation. Located at coordinates 56.2486, 54.5882 in the Republic of Bashkortostan, the plant plays an essential role in supporting the local grid and meeting the energy demands of the region. As natural gas is a cleaner-burning fuel compared to coal, the Karmanovskaya TPP aligns with Russia's ongoing efforts to transition towards more sustainable energy sources while ensuring energy security. The operational context of this facility is notable, as it not only supports local industries but also contributes to the broader Russian energy strategy focused on diversifying energy sources and reducing greenhouse gas emissions. The Karmanovskaya TPP exemplifies the role of gas power plants in modern energy systems, providing a flexible and reliable backup to intermittent renewable energy sources.

Capacity
1,831 MW

1.83 GW

Commissioning Year
1968

58 years old

Owner
LLC "Bashkir Generation Company"
Location
56.2486°, 54.5882°

Russia, Europe

Location

Coordinates:: 56.248600, 54.588200
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Carbon Footprint490 g CO₂/kWh
Annual CO₂
3.54 Mt
7218 GWh/year × 490 g/kWh
Cumulative CO₂
205.13 Mt
Over 58 years of operation
Past Retirement
1998
28 years past expected retirement
Annual emissions equivalent to
768.9K
cars per year
471.6K
homes per year
160.8M
trees to offset

Estimates based on Gas emission factor (490 g CO₂/kWh) and capacity factor (45%). Actual emissions may vary based on operating conditions, efficiency, and fuel quality.

Technical Details

Primary Fuel Type
Gas
Energy Source
Non-Renewable
Country
Russia
Continent
Europe
Data Source
Global Power Station Database

RussiaEnergy Profile

652
Total Stations
311.6 GW
Total Capacity
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Gas Power Generation: An Overview of Technology, Impact, and Future Trends

Gas power generation is a pivotal component of the global energy landscape, with 4,378 gas power plants operational across 113 countries, contributing a total installed capacity of 1,731.2 gigawatts (GW). The United States leads in this sector, housing 1,881 plants with a capacity of 575.0 GW, followed by Russia, Iran, Japan, and China. This technology primarily utilises natural gas as a fuel source, which is burned to produce electricity through various processes, predominantly gas turbines and combined cycle systems.

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