Maritsa 3 power station is a 120 MW coal-fired power plant located in Bulgaria, operated by TEC Maritsa 3 AD since its commissioning in 1971. The facility is part of Bulgaria's coal generation infrastructure. Maritsa 3 ranks as the eighth largest coal plant in Bulgaria. With a capacity of 120 MW, it represents 2.47% of the country's total coal capacity of 4,859 MW. Bulgaria has 11 coal plants with a combined capacity of 4,859 MW. Compared to the largest coal plant, Maritsa Itzok-2 at 1,602 MW, Maritsa 3 is about one-seventh the size. Coal remains a significant source of energy in Bulgaria, contributing to the overall electricity generation mix. The country relies on coal for approximately 52% of its energy needs, which is crucial for maintaining energy security. Maritsa 3 is located roughly 250 km southeast of Sofia in the Thrace region.
55 years old
Bulgaria, Europe
- Primary Fuel Type
- Coal
- Energy Source
- Non-Renewable
- Country
Bulgaria- Continent
- Europe
- Data Source
- Global Power Plant Database
Coal has long been a cornerstone of electricity generation worldwide, with a significant presence in the global energy landscape. As of recent data, there are approximately 2,608 coal power plants operating across 74 countries, boasting a total installed capacity of 2,257.3 gigawatts (GW). The leading nations in coal power generation include China, with 1,018 plants generating 1,038.0 GW, India with 287 plants at 253.3 GW, and the United States with 291 plants producing 252.0 GW. Other notable contributors include Germany and Japan, with 130 plants and 76.8 GW, and 61 plants and 63.9 GW, respectively. This widespread utilization reflects the essential role coal has played in the development of industrial and residential power systems globally.
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