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
- 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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