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JOJBERA is a coal-fired power generation facility located in India, positioned at coordinates 22.7554 latitude and 86.2491 longitude. With a substantial capacity of 427.5 MW, this plant plays a pivotal role in meeting the energy demands of the region and contributes significantly to India’s energy mix. Commissioned in 2000, JOJBERA operates primarily on coal, a traditional fuel source that remains a cornerstone of India's energy strategy due to its abundant domestic reserves. The facility also has the capability to utilize oil as a secondary fuel, enhancing its operational flexibility. Coal-fired power plants like JOJBERA are essential for providing base-load power, which is critical in a country where the demand for electricity continues to rise rapidly. Located in a region where industrial growth is prevalent, JOJBERA supports local economies by ensuring a steady supply of energy, which is vital for manufacturing and other sectors. The operational context of this power plant is closely tied to India's broader energy policy, which aims to balance energy security with environmental considerations. While coal remains a dominant source of energy generation, the Indian government is actively working towards increasing the share of renewable energy in the mix. Nevertheless, facilities like JOJBERA are crucial during this transition, as they provide the necessary reliability and capacity to sustain economic growth. Overall, JOJBERA serves as a significant energy generation facility that underpins the energy infrastructure of India while navigating the complexities of a changing energy landscape.

Capacity
427.5 MW
Commissioning Year
2000

26 years old

Owner
Tata Power
Location
22.7554°, 86.2491°

India, Asia

Context & rankings
  • 339. largest of 1,805 plants in India
  • #5,066 worldwide by installed capacity
  • #1,671 of 2,793 Coal plants worldwide
  • 0.08% of the installed capacity of India
Age & fleet comparison

26 years in operation

Coal fleet average: 29.2 years

Operator portfolio

Tata Power operates 163 plants totalling 24,126 MW

Regional density

7 plants within 100 km, 3,850 MW combined

Nearest plant: MAHADEV PRASAD STPP (21.4 km)

Data provenance

Location

Coordinates:: 22.755400, 86.249100
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Carbon Footprint820 g CO₂/kWh
Annual CO₂
1.69 Mt
2060 GWh/year × 820 g/kWh
Cumulative CO₂
43.91 Mt
Over 26 years of operation
Est. Retirement
2040
14 years remaining
Annual emissions equivalent to
367.2K
cars per year
225.2K
homes per year
76.8M
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
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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