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Florina power station330 MW Coal

Coal

The Florina power station, situated in Greece at coordinates 40.8122° N, 21.6027° E, serves as a significant player in the country's energy generation sector. This coal-fired power plant, owned and operated by PPC, boasts a capacity of 330 MW, making it a vital contributor to Greece's energy mix. Commissioned in 2003, the Florina power station employs subcritical coal technology, which has been a traditional source of energy generation in the region. Despite the global shift towards renewable energy sources, this facility continues to play an essential role in providing a stable power supply, particularly during peak demand periods. With Greece's energy policy increasingly focusing on reducing carbon emissions and enhancing energy efficiency, the Florina power station is at a crossroads, balancing local energy needs with the broader goals of sustainability. Its operational significance is underscored by its ability to support the local grid while the country transitions towards greener energy solutions.

Capacity
330 MW
Commissioning Year
2003

23 years old

Owner
PPC
Location
40.8122°, 21.6027°

Greece, Europe

Context & rankings
  • 19. largest of 90 plants in Greece
  • #5,783 worldwide by installed capacity
  • #1,810 of 2,793 Coal plants worldwide
  • 2.25% of the installed capacity of Greece
Age & fleet comparison

23 years in operation

Coal fleet average: 29.2 years

Operator portfolio

PPC operates 5 plants totalling 4,375 MW

Regional density

19 plants within 100 km, 6,080 MW combined

Nearest plant: Florina Solar Power Plant (7.2 km)

Data provenance

Source: GCPT

Location

Coordinates:: 40.812200, 21.602700
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Carbon Footprint820 g CO₂/kWh
Annual CO₂
1.30 Mt
1590 GWh/year × 820 g/kWh
Cumulative CO₂
29.99 Mt
Over 23 years of operation
Est. Retirement
2043
17 years remaining
Annual emissions equivalent to
283.4K
cars per year
173.8K
homes per year
59.3M
trees to offset

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
Greece
Continent
Europe
Data Source
Global Power Plant Database

GreeceEnergy Profile

90
Total Plants
14.7 GW
Total Capacity
GasCoalHydroOil
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