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KOMIPO Incheon1,960 MW Gas

Gas

KOMIPO Incheon is a significant power generation facility located in South Korea, contributing substantially to the nation's energy mix. As a gas-fired power plant, it boasts a remarkable capacity of 1960 MW, making it one of the critical components in the region's energy infrastructure. Operated by Korea Midland Power Company, this facility utilises advanced gas turbine technology, which allows for efficient and flexible energy generation. Gas plants like KOMIPO Incheon play a vital role in South Korea's energy landscape, particularly in balancing the intermittency of renewable energy sources and providing reliable baseload power. Situated at coordinates 37.5109° N and 126.6090° E, KOMIPO Incheon is strategically positioned to serve the local grid, ensuring that the surrounding communities have access to dependable electricity. The plant not only supports the growing energy demands of the Incheon region but also aligns with the South Korean government's policy to transition towards a more sustainable energy future by reducing reliance on coal and increasing the share of cleaner natural gas in the energy mix. The operational context of KOMIPO Incheon highlights the ongoing commitment of South Korea to enhance its energy security while meeting international climate goals. The use of natural gas is particularly important in South Korea, where energy imports are essential to meet the country's needs. Thus, KOMIPO Incheon stands as a cornerstone of the domestic energy infrastructure, providing power that supports economic growth and development while adhering to environmental standards.

Capacity
1,960 MW

1.96 GW

Commissioning Year
2000

26 years old

Owner
Korea Midland Power Company
Location
37.5109°, 126.6090°

South Korea, Asia

Location

Coordinates:: 37.510900, 126.609000
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Carbon Footprint490 g CO₂/kWh
Annual CO₂
3.79 Mt
7726 GWh/year × 490 g/kWh
Cumulative CO₂
98.43 Mt
Over 26 years of operation
Closing Soon
2030
4 years remaining
Annual emissions equivalent to
823.0K
cars per year
504.8K
homes per year
172.1M
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
South Korea
Continent
Asia
Data Source
Global Power Station Database

South KoreaEnergy Profile

265
Total Stations
255.7 GW
Total Capacity
CoalGasNuclearHydro
Top Fuels

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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