World Power Plants

Lingen Nuclear Power Plant268 MW Nuclear

NuclearVerified: Feb 2026

The Lingen Nuclear Power Plant represents a critical component of Germany's energy generation landscape, with a capacity of 268 MW. Operated by RWE Power, this facility harnesses nuclear technology to provide a stable and low-carbon energy source, which is essential for Germany's ambitious energy transition strategy, known as the Energiewende. Located at coordinates 52.4828° N latitude and 7.3069° E longitude, the plant is strategically situated to play a vital role in the regional power grid, contributing to both baseload power and grid stability. Germany has made significant strides in reducing its reliance on fossil fuels, and nuclear power remains a key player in the country's energy mix, especially as it moves towards phasing out coal. The Lingen Nuclear Power Plant is equipped with advanced safety features and operational protocols, ensuring compliance with stringent regulations. Its operational context is particularly significant, as it supports Germany's efforts to maintain energy security while reducing carbon emissions. The plant's contribution to the local and national grid helps facilitate the integration of renewable energy sources, effectively balancing the variable nature of solar and wind power. Overall, the Lingen Nuclear Power Plant is an essential asset for Germany, representing the ongoing commitment to sustainable and reliable energy generation.

Capacity
268 MW
Commissioning Year
1988

38 years old

Owner
RWE Power
Location
52.4828°, 7.3069°

Germany, Europe

Context & rankings
  • 125. largest of 1,483 plants in Germany
  • #6,498 worldwide by installed capacity
  • #406 of 514 Nuclear plants worldwide
  • 0.18% of the installed capacity of Germany
Age & fleet comparison

38 years in operation

Nuclear fleet average: 38.1 years

Operator portfolio

RWE Power operates 1 plants totalling 268 MW

Regional density

83 plants within 100 km, 13,252 MW combined

Nearest plant: BP Werk Lingen (8.7 km)

Data provenance

Source: Wikidata

Location

Coordinates:: 52.482800, 7.306900
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Carbon Footprint

Zero Direct Emissions

Lingen Nuclear Power Plant is a nuclear power plant producing approximately 1996 GWh of clean electricity per year with zero direct CO₂ emissions during operation.

Lifecycle emissions: ~12 g CO₂/kWh (manufacturing, transport, decommissioning)

Technical Details

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

GermanyEnergy Profile

1,483
Total Plants
151.8 GW
Total Capacity
CoalGasNuclearHydro
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