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Faridabad Thermal Power Plant431.59 MW Natural Gas

GasVerified: Feb 2026

The Faridabad Thermal Power Plant, located in India, is an essential gas-fired power generation facility with a capacity of 431.59 MW. Situated at coordinates 28.3461, 77.3583, this plant plays a crucial role in supporting the energy needs of the Faridabad region and the surrounding areas. As India continues to expand its energy infrastructure to meet rising demand, the strategic operation of gas plants like Faridabad is vital to maintaining grid stability. The use of gas as a fuel type allows for more flexible and efficient energy generation compared to coal, which aligns with India's policy objectives to reduce emissions and transition towards cleaner energy sources. The operational significance of the Faridabad Thermal Power Plant cannot be overstated, particularly in the context of national energy security. It provides necessary backup power during peak demand times, thereby ensuring a reliable supply for both residential and industrial consumers. Additionally, the facility contributes to the ongoing evolution of India's energy mix, where the government is increasingly promoting natural gas as a transitional fuel in its efforts to achieve a more sustainable energy landscape. Overall, the 431.59 MW capacity of the Faridabad Thermal Power Plant underscores its importance in the local energy grid and its alignment with broader national goals for energy independence and environmental sustainability.

Capacity
431.59 MW
Commissioning Year
2014

12 years old

Owner
Faridabad Thermal Power Station
Location
28.3461°, 77.3583°

India, Asia

Context & rankings
  • 337. largest of 1,805 plants in India
  • #5,052 worldwide by installed capacity
  • #1,839 of 5,146 Natural Gas plants worldwide
  • 0.08% of the installed capacity of India
Age & fleet comparison

12 years in operation

Natural Gas fleet average: 26.9 years

Operator portfolio

Faridabad Thermal Power Station operates 1 plants totalling 432 MW

Regional density

30 plants within 100 km, 22,144 MW combined

Nearest plant: Jajru (8.1 km)

Data provenance

Source: Wikidata

Location

Coordinates:: 28.346100, 77.358300
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Carbon Footprint490 g CO₂/kWh
Annual CO₂
833.7 Kt
1701 GWh/year × 490 g/kWh
Cumulative CO₂
10.00 Mt
Over 12 years of operation
Est. Retirement
2044
18 years remaining
Annual emissions equivalent to
181.2K
cars per year
111.2K
homes per year
37.9M
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
India
Continent
Asia
Data Source
Global Power Plant Database

IndiaEnergy Profile

1,805
Total Plants
513.9 GW
Total Capacity
CoalGasHydroSolar
Top Fuels

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