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Energy Brix ranks as the 131st largest power generation facility in Australia, contributing a capacity of 195 MW to the nation's energy supply. In a landscape where solar power has emerged as the dominant fuel type, accounting for a significant portion of the 157,141 MW total capacity across 678 plants, Energy Brix represents a smaller yet essential component of the country's energy mix. With a coal rank of 35 out of 41 coal plants, the facility operates in a challenging environment where the shift to renewable energy is becoming increasingly prioritized. This coal-fired power station employs traditional combustion technology to convert coal into electricity, a process that emits greenhouse gases, underscoring the facility's role in the transition toward cleaner energy solutions. The regional context of Energy Brix is notable, as it is surrounded by several larger coal facilities, including the Loy Yang A Power Station at 2,210 MW, Loy Yang A at 2,180 MW, and Hazelwood at 1,600 MW, among others. This clustering of significant coal capacity emphasizes the reliance on fossil fuels in the region while also highlighting the potential for transformation as Australia pushes toward its renewable energy targets. Nationally, with 678 power plants generating a total capacity of 157,141 MW, Energy Brix holds a modest 0.12% share of the overall capacity. Owned by Energy Brix (Aust) Corp, the facility continues to operate amidst evolving regulatory frameworks aimed at reducing carbon emissions. Looking forward, Energy Brix's future may hinge on its ability to adapt to the shifting energy landscape in Australia, potentially exploring opportunities for carbon capture or transitioning to alternative energy sources, thereby contributing to the nation's goal of a sustainable energy future.

Capacity
195 MW
Commissioning Year
1999

27 years old

Owner
Energy Brix (Aust) Corp
Location
-38.2546°, 146.4137°

Australia, Oceania

Context & rankings
  • 131. largest of 678 plants in Australia
  • #7,581 worldwide by installed capacity
  • #2,144 of 2,793 Coal plants worldwide
  • 0.12% of the installed capacity of Australia
Age & fleet comparison

27 years in operation

Coal fleet average: 29.2 years

Operator portfolio

Energy Brix (Aust) Corp operates 1 plants totalling 195 MW

Regional density

Location

Coordinates:: -38.254600, 146.413700
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Carbon Footprint820 g CO₂/kWh
Annual CO₂
770.4 Kt
940 GWh/year × 820 g/kWh
Cumulative CO₂
20.80 Mt
Over 27 years of operation
Est. Retirement
2039
13 years remaining
Annual emissions equivalent to
167.5K
cars per year
102.7K
homes per year
35.0M
trees to offset

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
Australia
Continent
Oceania
Data Source
Global Power Plant Database

AustraliaEnergy Profile

678
Total Plants
156.6 GW
Total Capacity
SolarCoalGasHydro
Top Fuels

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