Vidin Works power station is a 120 MW coal-fired power plant located in Bulgaria, operated by Vidachim since its commissioning in 1970. The facility contributes to Bulgaria's coal power generation capacity. It is the 8th largest coal plant in Bulgaria. With 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 country's largest coal plant, Maritsa Itzok-2 at 1,602 MW, this facility is approximately one-seventh the size. Coal is a significant energy source in Bulgaria, accounting for about 40% of the country's electricity generation. The Vidin Works plant utilizes local coal resources, contributing to energy security in the region. It is situated in the northwestern part of Bulgaria, approximately 200 km from Sofia.
56 years old
Bulgaria, Europe
- 14. largest of 43 plants in Bulgaria
- #9,242 worldwide by installed capacity
- #2,294 of 2,793 Coal plants worldwide
- 1.3% of the installed capacity of Bulgaria
56 years in operation
Coal fleet average: 29.2 years
Vidachim operates 1 plants totalling 120 MW
15 plants within 100 km, 7,915 MW combined
Source: GCPT
Location
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
Bulgaria- Continent
- Europe
- Data Source
- Global Power Plant Database
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