Heizkraftwerk Wedel is a coal-fired power generation facility located in Germany with a capacity of 260 MW. Operated by Wärme Hamburg, this power plant is essential to the local energy landscape, ensuring a reliable supply of electricity to the region. Utilizing traditional coal technology, Heizkraftwerk Wedel reflects the country's historical reliance on coal for energy generation, although Germany is now actively transitioning towards renewable energy sources. Situated at coordinates 53.5679, 9.7261, the plant plays a significant role in the energy mix of northern Germany, contributing to the grid's stability amid the country's ongoing energy transition. German energy policies are increasingly focused on reducing carbon emissions and phasing out coal, making Heizkraftwerk Wedel a facility that is both significant in its current operations and a potential subject of future transformation as the nation pivots towards sustainable energy solutions. The plant's capacity and operational history highlight the challenges and opportunities faced by coal-fired power generation in an era of rapid change in the energy sector.
11 years old
Germany, Europe
- 129. largest of 1,483 plants in Germany
- #6,549 worldwide by installed capacity
- #1,990 of 2,793 Coal plants worldwide
- 0.17% of the installed capacity of Germany
11 years in operation
Coal fleet average: 29.2 years
Wärme Hamburg operates 1 plants totalling 260 MW
62 plants within 100 km, 12,132 MW combined
Source: OpenStreetMap
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
Germany- Continent
- Europe
- Data Source
- Global Power Plant Database
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