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The Trmice power generation facility in the Czech Republic ranks 46th among 568 plants nationwide, contributing 0.47% to the country's total capacity of 33,961 MW. With a capacity of 159 MW, it holds the 29th position among 36 coal plants in the country, highlighting its role in a landscape predominantly defined by coal energy production. The facility operates using traditional coal combustion technology, which enables it to generate substantial electricity, albeit at a time when the Czech Republic is under increasing pressure to diversify its energy sources toward more sustainable options. Trmice is strategically located near several other coal-fired plants, such as the Elektrárna Počerady, which has a substantial capacity of 1845 MW, and the Počerady Power Plant, with two additional units each at 1000 MW. This concentration of coal power facilities underscores the region’s reliance on fossil fuels for energy generation, which contrasts with the growing global emphasis on renewable energy. Within this context, Trmice serves not only as a critical component of the local energy supply but also plays an essential role in the broader national energy framework. As the Czech Republic moves towards a more balanced energy mix, Trmice’s operations are likely to face scrutiny regarding environmental impacts and emissions. Owned and operated by the CEZ Group, one of the largest energy companies in Central Europe, the facility exemplifies the challenges and opportunities existing within the coal sector. As the nation seeks to enhance its energy security while meeting environmental commitments, the Trmice plant may need to adapt its operations in line with national policies aimed at reducing coal dependency. The future of Trmice is thus intertwined with the evolving energy landscape in the Czech Republic, where the push for cleaner, more sustainable energy solutions continues to gain momentum.

Capacity
159 MW
Commissioning Year
1970

56 years old

Owner
CEZ Group
Location
50.6450°, 13.9865°

Czech Republic, Europe

Context & rankings
  • 46. largest of 568 plants in Czech Republic
  • #8,213 worldwide by installed capacity
  • #2,209 of 2,793 Coal plants worldwide
  • 0.47% of the installed capacity of Czech Republic
Age & fleet comparison

56 years in operation

Coal fleet average: 29.2 years

Operator portfolio

CEZ Group operates 34 plants totalling 13,121 MW

Regional density

216 plants within 100 km, 19,989 MW combined

Nearest plant: Střekov hydro power station (4.4 km)

Data provenance

Source: CEZ Group

Location

Coordinates:: 50.645000, 13.986500
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Carbon Footprint820 g CO₂/kWh
Annual CO₂
628.2 Kt
766 GWh/year × 820 g/kWh
Cumulative CO₂
35.18 Mt
Over 56 years of operation
Past Retirement
2010
16 years past expected retirement
Annual emissions equivalent to
136.6K
cars per year
83.8K
homes per year
28.6M
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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