DANAPUR BMM is a 25 MW coal-fired power plant in India, operated by Bmm Pvt Ltd. This facility is part of India's coal sector, which has a total capacity of 328,151 MW across 340 plants. Ranked #320 of 340 coal plants in India, DANAPUR BMM's 25 MW represents 0.01% of the country's coal capacity. The largest coal plant in India is Vindh_Chal STPS at 4,760 MW, making DANAPUR BMM 190.4 times smaller. Nearby plants include BELLARY TPS (1,700 MW, Coal), TORANGALLU EXT (600 MW, Coal), and TORANGALLU IMP (260 MW, Coal). The facility is located in Karnataka, approximately 80 km from the city of Bellary.
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
Nearby Power Plants
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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