Kota Complex is a 125 MW coal-fired power plant located in India, operated by DCM & Chem. This facility generates electricity using coal, contributing to the country's thermal power generation. In the context of India's coal plants, Kota Complex ranks as the 267th largest facility. India has 340 coal plants with a combined capacity of 328,151 MW. The largest coal plant, Vindh_Chal STPS, has a capacity of 4,760 MW, making Kota Complex about 2.6% the size of this facility. The plant accounts for approximately 0.04% of India's total coal generation capacity. Coal is a dominant energy source in India, accounting for about 55% of the country's electricity generation. The Kota Complex is located in Rajasthan, approximately 50 km from the city of Kota, utilizing local coal resources for power generation.
16 years old
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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