Duisburg Ruhrort power plant, operated by ThyssenKrupp Steel Europe AG, is an important gas-fired facility situated in Germany. With a capacity of 315 MW, this plant plays a key role in the energy generation landscape of the region. Located at coordinates 51.4597, 6.7306, Duisburg Ruhrort is strategically positioned to meet the energy demands of both industrial processes and residential consumers in a densely populated area. The facility utilizes gas turbine technology, known for its efficiency and lower emissions compared to traditional coal-fired plants. This makes Duisburg Ruhrort a vital asset in Germany's energy transition, as the country strives to reduce its carbon footprint and move towards more sustainable energy sources. The operational context of this power plant is particularly relevant, as Germany has been at the forefront of integrating renewable energy into its grid while maintaining stability and reliability. The combination of gas generation with increasing renewable contributions helps to ensure that energy supply remains consistent, particularly during periods of fluctuating renewable generation. Duisburg Ruhrort thus exemplifies how traditional energy sources can complement the growing share of renewables, supporting Germany's ambitious energy policies aimed at achieving a carbon-neutral economy by 2045.
54 years old
Germany, Europe
- 109. largest of 1,483 plants in Germany
- #5,931 worldwide by installed capacity
- #2,225 of 5,146 Natural Gas plants worldwide
- 0.21% of the installed capacity of Germany
54 years in operation
Natural Gas fleet average: 26.9 years
ThyssenKrupp Steel Europe AG operates 2 plants totalling 700 MW
172 plants within 100 km, 41,602 MW combined
Source: Open Power System Data
Location
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
Germany- Continent
- Europe
- Data Source
- Global Power Plant Database
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