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COMBIGOLFE is a prominent gas-fired power plant located in France, specifically at coordinates 43.4072, 4.8676. With a generating capacity of 425 MW, this facility is an integral part of the French energy generation landscape, providing essential power to the national grid. The plant employs modern gas technology, which is notable for its efficiency and lower emissions compared to traditional coal-fired power generation methods. As part of France's commitment to reducing carbon footprints, COMBIGOLFE represents a significant shift towards cleaner energy practices. The strategic placement of this power plant enhances energy security in the region, ensuring that electricity demand is met reliably. COMBIGOLFE’s role is magnified in the context of France's energy policies, which focus on diversifying energy sources and increasing the share of renewable and low-carbon technologies in the energy mix. This facility not only supports local energy needs but also aligns with broader European goals for sustainable energy development.

Capacity
425 MW
Commissioning Year
2004

22 years old

Owner
Groupe EDF
Location
43.4072°, 4.8676°

France, Europe

Context & rankings
  • 67. largest of 2,195 plants in France
  • #5,075 worldwide by installed capacity
  • #1,856 of 5,146 Natural Gas plants worldwide
  • 0.22% of the installed capacity of France
Age & fleet comparison

22 years in operation

Natural Gas fleet average: 26.9 years

Operator portfolio

Groupe EDF operates 1 plants totalling 425 MW

Regional density

153 plants within 100 km, 4,904 MW combined

Nearest plant: Port-Saint-Louis-du-Rhône (5.1 km)

Data provenance

Location

Coordinates:: 43.407200, 4.867600
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Carbon Footprint490 g CO₂/kWh
Annual CO₂
820.9 Kt
1675 GWh/year × 490 g/kWh
Cumulative CO₂
18.06 Mt
Over 22 years of operation
Est. Retirement
2034
8 years remaining
Annual emissions equivalent to
178.5K
cars per year
109.5K
homes per year
37.3M
trees to offset

Estimates based on Gas emission factor (490 g CO₂/kWh) and capacity factor (45%). Actual emissions may vary based on operating conditions, efficiency, and fuel quality.

Technical Details

Primary Fuel Type
Gas
Energy Source
Non-Renewable
Country
France
Continent
Europe
Data Source
Global Power Plant Database

FranceEnergy Profile

2,195
Total Plants
192.2 GW
Total Capacity
NuclearHydroWindCoal
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