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Mozyr Thermal Power Plant Belarus195 MW Natural Gas

Gas

The Mozyr Thermal Power Plant stands as the 9th largest power generation facility in Belarus, out of just 24 total plants, with a capacity of 195 MW. This positioning is significant in a country where the energy landscape is heavily reliant on gas, accounting for over 60% of the national capacity. Mozyr Thermal's gas rank is also 9 out of 17 gas plants, indicating its vital role in the gas-dominated energy market of Belarus. The plant employs advanced gas turbine technology to efficiently convert natural gas into electricity, which is pivotal for meeting the energy demands of the local population. The facility is strategically located near the Elsk solar plant, which, at 16.3 MW, complements the gas generation by adding a renewable dimension to the local energy mix. This juxtaposition of gas and solar generation highlights the ongoing transition in Belarus toward diversifying its energy sources while still predominantly relying on fossil fuels. In the broader context of Belarus's energy profile, there are only 24 plants generating a total of 8,535 MW, with Mozyr contributing a noteworthy 2.28% to the country's overall capacity. Owned and operated by a local entity, the Mozyr Thermal Power Plant has been essential for maintaining energy stability in the region. As Belarus navigates its energy future, the Mozyr facility stands to play a critical role in supporting economic growth while addressing environmental concerns associated with traditional energy production. The plant's operational efficiency and capacity to adapt to changing energy demands make it a key player in ensuring Belarus's energy security.

Capacity
195 MW
Commissioning Year
1970

56 years old

Owner
Belenergo
Location
51.9049°, 29.3136°

Belarus, Europe

Context & rankings
  • 9. largest of 24 plants in Belarus
  • #7,587 worldwide by installed capacity
  • #2,674 of 5,146 Natural Gas plants worldwide
  • 2.28% of the installed capacity of Belarus
Age & fleet comparison

56 years in operation

Natural Gas fleet average: 26.9 years

Operator portfolio

Belenergo operates 17 plants totalling 8,284 MW

Regional density

6 plants within 100 km, 3,709 MW combined

Nearest plant: Elsk (18.5 km)

Data provenance

Source: GEODB

Location

Coordinates:: 51.904900, 29.313600
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Carbon Footprint490 g CO₂/kWh
Annual CO₂
376.7 Kt
769 GWh/year × 490 g/kWh
Cumulative CO₂
21.09 Mt
Over 56 years of operation
Past Retirement
2000
26 years past expected retirement
Annual emissions equivalent to
81.9K
cars per year
50.2K
homes per year
17.1M
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
Belarus
Continent
Europe
Data Source
Global Power Plant Database

BelarusEnergy Profile

24
Total Plants
8.5 GW
Total Capacity
GasSolar
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