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The Malesice power station stands as the 42nd largest power generation facility in the Czech Republic, boasting a coal-fired capacity of 165 MW. This facility plays a notable role in the regional energy landscape, contributing 0.49% to the national energy capacity of 33,961 MW. Commissioned in 1969 and operated by Prazska Teplarenska AS, Malesice is significant not only for its age but also for its positioning within a cluster of substantial coal plants. Nearby, the Elektrárna Mělník and Melnik power stations each have impressive capacities of 960 MW, while the Kladno plant adds 404 MW to the mix. This regional concentration of coal facilities underscores the Czech Republic's reliance on coal, which remains the dominant fuel source in the country, accounting for a significant portion of the energy profile. In comparison to the national average capacity per plant, which is approximately 59.9 MW (33,961 MW divided by 568 plants), Malesice's output is considerably higher, showcasing its importance within the grid. As the energy landscape evolves, Malesice's role will be pivotal, especially as discussions around cleaner energy sources intensify. The plant's operational longevity and contribution to the local economy remain essential as the Czech Republic navigates its energy transition.

Capacity
165 MW
Commissioning Year
1969

57 years old

Owner
Prazska Teplarenska AS
Location
50.0850°, 14.5253°

Czech Republic, Europe

Context & rankings
  • 42. largest of 568 plants in Czech Republic
  • #8,069 worldwide by installed capacity
  • #2,193 of 2,793 Coal plants worldwide
  • 0.49% of the installed capacity of Czech Republic
Age & fleet comparison

57 years in operation

Coal fleet average: 29.2 years

Operator portfolio

Prazska Teplarenska AS operates 1 plants totalling 165 MW

Regional density
Data provenance

Source: GCPT

Location

Coordinates:: 50.085000, 14.525300
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Carbon Footprint820 g CO₂/kWh
Annual CO₂
651.9 Kt
795 GWh/year × 820 g/kWh
Cumulative CO₂
37.16 Mt
Over 57 years of operation
Past Retirement
2009
17 years past expected retirement
Annual emissions equivalent to
141.7K
cars per year
86.9K
homes per year
29.6M
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
Top Fuels

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