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Kladno is a prominent coal-fired power generation facility located in the Czech Republic, with a substantial capacity of 404 MW. This power plant plays an essential role in the country’s energy landscape, providing a significant portion of the electricity needed to support both residential and industrial consumers. Owned and operated by Alpiq Group, Kladno utilizes traditional coal combustion technology, which has been a cornerstone of energy generation in the region for decades. The facility is situated at coordinates 50.1532, 14.1290, in close proximity to the city of Kladno, an area historically linked to coal mining and heavy industry. This strategic location not only allows for easier access to coal supplies but also positions the plant as a key component of the local energy grid, helping to provide stability and reliability to electricity distribution in the area. As the Czech Republic navigates its energy policies, Kladno remains a significant player in the national energy mix, even as the country aims to reduce its reliance on coal in favor of more sustainable energy sources. The government has set ambitious targets to decrease carbon emissions and increase the share of renewables in the energy mix, which introduces challenges for coal plants like Kladno. However, with its existing infrastructure and capacity, Kladno continues to be an important asset in ensuring energy security and stability during the transition period. Overall, Kladno exemplifies the complexities of energy generation in Europe, illustrating the balance between traditional coal-fired generation and the move towards a more diversified and environmentally friendly energy portfolio.

Capacity
404 MW
Commissioning Year
2014

12 years old

Owner
Alpiq Group
Location
50.1532°, 14.1290°

Czech Republic, Europe

Context & rankings
  • 25. largest of 568 plants in Czech Republic
  • #5,215 worldwide by installed capacity
  • #1,705 of 2,793 Coal plants worldwide
  • 1.19% of the installed capacity of Czech Republic
Age & fleet comparison

12 years in operation

Coal fleet average: 29.2 years

Operator portfolio

Alpiq Group operates 4 plants totalling 979 MW

Regional density

231 plants within 100 km, 17,411 MW combined

Nearest plant: Buštěhrad Solar Power Plant (3.1 km)

Data provenance

Source: Alpiq Group

Location

Coordinates:: 50.153200, 14.129000
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Carbon Footprint820 g CO₂/kWh
Annual CO₂
1.60 Mt
1946 GWh/year × 820 g/kWh
Cumulative CO₂
19.15 Mt
Over 12 years of operation
Est. Retirement
2054
28 years remaining
Annual emissions equivalent to
347.0K
cars per year
212.8K
homes per year
72.6M
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
Czech Republic
Continent
Europe
Data Source
Global Power Plant Database

Czech RepublicEnergy Profile

568
Total Plants
34.0 GW
Total Capacity
CoalNuclearHydroSolar
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