Solvay is a 34 MW coal-fired power plant in France, commissioned in 1941. It is operated by an unspecified entity. Ranked #9 of 9 coal plants in France. Its 34 MW represents 0.4% of France's total coal capacity of 8,479 MW. The largest coal plant in France is Porcheville thermal power station at 2,300 MW, making Solvay 67.6 times smaller. Nearby plants include Blénod power station (430 MW, Gas), BLENOD 5 (427 MW, Gas), and Croix-de-Metz (413 MW, Gas). The facility is located in the Grand Est region, approximately 30 km from Nancy.
85 years old
France, Europe
Location
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
France- Continent
- Europe
- Data Source
- Global Power Plant Database
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Understanding Coal as a Power Generation Energy Source
Coal has long been a cornerstone of electricity generation worldwide, with a significant presence in the global energy landscape. As of recent data, there are approximately 2,608 coal power plants operating across 74 countries, boasting a total installed capacity of 2,257.3 gigawatts (GW). The leading nations in coal power generation include China, with 1,018 plants generating 1,038.0 GW, India with 287 plants at 253.3 GW, and the United States with 291 plants producing 252.0 GW. Other notable contributors include Germany and Japan, with 130 plants and 76.8 GW, and 61 plants and 63.9 GW, respectively. This widespread utilization reflects the essential role coal has played in the development of industrial and residential power systems globally.
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