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Thyrow is a notable gas power plant located in Germany, featuring a capacity of 296 MW. This facility plays a crucial role in the nation’s energy mix, particularly in providing flexible and reliable power generation. Operated by Vattenfall Europe Generation AG, Thyrow utilizes modern gas turbine technology, allowing for efficient and responsive energy production. Situated at coordinates 52.2302, 13.3019, the plant is strategically positioned to support the local and national grids, particularly during times of high electricity demand. As Germany continues to transition towards renewable energy sources, gas power plants like Thyrow serve as essential backup generation, ensuring grid stability during intermittent renewable output. The facility is part of Germany's broader energy policy aimed at reducing carbon emissions while maintaining energy security. Thyrow's operational capacity contributes significantly to balancing supply and demand, making it a vital component of the country's energy infrastructure. The efficient use of natural gas not only supports the local community's energy needs but also aligns with Germany's commitment to a sustainable energy future.

Capacity
296 MW
Commissioning Year
1999

27 years old

Owner
Vattenfall Europe Generation AG
Location
52.2302°, 13.3019°

Germany, Europe

Context & rankings
  • 114. largest of 1,483 plants in Germany
  • #6,211 worldwide by installed capacity
  • #2,287 of 5,146 Natural Gas plants worldwide
  • 0.19% of the installed capacity of Germany
Age & fleet comparison

27 years in operation

Natural Gas fleet average: 26.9 years

Operator portfolio

Vattenfall Europe Generation AG operates 12 plants totalling 4,469 MW

Regional density

183 plants within 100 km, 13,455 MW combined

Nearest plant: Glau Solar Power Plant (10.7 km)

Data provenance

Location

Coordinates:: 52.230200, 13.301900
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Carbon Footprint490 g CO₂/kWh
Annual CO₂
571.7 Kt
1167 GWh/year × 490 g/kWh
Cumulative CO₂
15.44 Mt
Over 27 years of operation
Closing Soon
2029
3 years remaining
Annual emissions equivalent to
124.3K
cars per year
76.2K
homes per year
26.0M
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
Germany
Continent
Europe
Data Source
Global Power Plant Database

GermanyEnergy Profile

1,483
Total Plants
151.8 GW
Total Capacity
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