Chandrapur Gupta is a 120 MW coal-fired power plant located in Chandrapur, India, operated by Gupta Ltd. The facility generates electricity from coal and contributes to India's thermal power generation capacity. It is the 268th largest coal plant in India. With 120 MW, it represents 0.04% of India's total coal capacity of 328,151 MW. India has 340 coal plants with a combined capacity of 328,151 MW. Compared to the country's largest coal plant, Vindhyachal STPS at 4,760 MW, this facility is about 2.5% the size. Coal is a significant component of India's energy mix, providing around 70% of the country's electricity generation. The Chandrapur Gupta plant utilizes locally sourced coal, aligning with India's efforts to enhance energy security. The facility is located approximately 30 km from the city of Chandrapur in the state of Maharashtra.
India, Asia
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
India- Continent
- Asia
- Data Source
- Global Power Plant Database
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Understanding Coal as a Power Generation Energy Source
Coal has long been a cornerstone of electricity generation worldwide, with a significant presence in the global energy landscape. As of recent data, there are approximately 2,608 coal power plants operating across 74 countries, boasting a total installed capacity of 2,257.3 gigawatts (GW). The leading nations in coal power generation include China, with 1,018 plants generating 1,038.0 GW, India with 287 plants at 253.3 GW, and the United States with 291 plants producing 252.0 GW. Other notable contributors include Germany and Japan, with 130 plants and 76.8 GW, and 61 plants and 63.9 GW, respectively. This widespread utilization reflects the essential role coal has played in the development of industrial and residential power systems globally.
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