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The Trebovice power station stands as the 40th largest power generation facility in the Czech Republic, holding a significant position within the country's energy landscape. With a capacity of 177 MW, this coal-fired plant contributes approximately 0.52% to the national energy capacity of 33,961 MW, a figure that underscores its role in a country where coal remains the dominant fuel source. Commissioned in 1994 and operated by Veolia Ceska Republika AS, Trebovice operates in a region rich with coal infrastructure, adding to the collective capacity of nearby plants such as the formidable Rybnik power station, which boasts a capacity of 1,775 MW, and the Elektrárna Dětmarovice, another coal facility with a capacity of 800 MW. This proximity to other coal plants highlights the region's reliance on fossil fuels for energy generation. Notably, the Rybnik complex alone has a combined capacity that dwarfs Trebovice, showcasing the scale of energy production in this area. In comparison, the average capacity of coal plants in the Czech Republic is substantially higher, indicating that Trebovice, while essential, operates on a smaller scale within the national context. The Czech energy profile is dominated by coal, with 36 coal plants contributing to the national grid, and Trebovice's ranking as the 23rd largest coal plant reflects its importance in supplying energy to the local grid. The strategic positioning of Trebovice within this energy cluster is crucial for maintaining a stable energy supply, particularly as the country navigates the transition towards more sustainable energy sources. Looking ahead, the Trebovice power station will need to adapt to changing energy regulations and an evolving market that increasingly favors renewable energy solutions. As the Czech Republic moves toward reducing its carbon footprint, Trebovice's role will be scrutinized, prompting discussions on its future viability and potential conversion options.

Capacity
177 MW
Commissioning Year
1994

32 years old

Owner
Veolia Ceska Republika AS
Location
49.8319°, 18.2113°

Czech Republic, Europe

Context & rankings
  • 40. largest of 568 plants in Czech Republic
  • #7,877 worldwide by installed capacity
  • #2,177 of 2,793 Coal plants worldwide
  • 0.52% of the installed capacity of Czech Republic
Age & fleet comparison

32 years in operation

Coal fleet average: 29.2 years

Operator portfolio

Veolia Ceska Republika AS operates 1 plants totalling 177 MW

Regional density

147 plants within 100 km, 20,336 MW combined

Nearest plant: Elektrárna Liberty Ostrava (8.4 km)

Data provenance

Source: GCPT

Location

Coordinates:: 49.831900, 18.211300
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Carbon Footprint820 g CO₂/kWh
Annual CO₂
699.3 Kt
853 GWh/year × 820 g/kWh
Cumulative CO₂
22.38 Mt
Over 32 years of operation
Est. Retirement
2034
8 years remaining
Annual emissions equivalent to
152.0K
cars per year
93.2K
homes per year
31.8M
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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