Bell Bay (Bell Bay Three) is a 115 MW gas-fired power plant located in Tasmania, Australia, operated by Aurora Energy Tamar Valley Pty Ltd. The plant generates electricity using natural gas and was commissioned in an unspecified year. It is the 75th largest gas plant in Australia. With 115 MW, it represents 0.41% of Australia's total gas capacity of 28,163 MW. Australia has 175 gas plants with a combined capacity of 28,163 MW. Compared to the country's largest gas plant, Tomago Aluminium Smelter at 810 MW, this facility is approximately 14% the size. Gas plays a significant role in Australia's energy mix, contributing to about 22% of the total electricity generation. The Bell Bay plant supports Tasmania's energy needs, particularly during peak demand periods. It is situated approximately 200 km northwest of Hobart in the northern region of Tasmania.
17 years old
Australia, Oceania
Location
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
Australia- Continent
- Oceania
- Data Source
- Global Power Plant Database
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