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Surgut-2 Power Station5,657.1 MW Gas

Gas

The Surgut-2 Power Station, located in Russia, is a prominent gas-fired power generation facility with a capacity of 5657.1 MW. Operated by Unipro, this power plant is a critical component of the national energy infrastructure, providing reliable electricity to the region. The facility's coordinates are 61.2794, 73.5125, placing it strategically to support both local and national energy needs. Utilizing advanced gas technology, the Surgut-2 Power Station is designed for high efficiency and lower emissions, aligning with contemporary energy policies aimed at reducing the carbon footprint of energy generation. As one of the largest gas-fired plants in Russia, it plays a vital role in the country's energy mix, particularly as the nation seeks to balance its energy production with environmental sustainability. The operational context of Surgut-2 highlights the importance of gas as a transitional fuel in the shift towards a more diverse and sustainable energy portfolio, making it a key player in the future of energy generation in Russia.

Capacity
5,657.1 MW

5.66 GW

Commissioning Year
1985

41 years old

Owner
Unipro (company)
Location
61.2794°, 73.5125°

Russia, Europe

Location

Coordinates:: 61.279400, 73.512500
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Carbon Footprint490 g CO₂/kWh
Annual CO₂
10.93 Mt
22300 GWh/year × 490 g/kWh
Cumulative CO₂
448.01 Mt
Over 41 years of operation
Past Retirement
2015
11 years past expected retirement
Annual emissions equivalent to
2.4M
cars per year
1.5M
homes per year
496.7M
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
GasNuclearCoalHydro
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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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