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The KUTCH LIG. power generation facility in India is located at coordinates 23.6626 latitude and 68.7843 longitude, contributing significantly to the country's energy supply. This coal-fired power plant has a capacity of 290 MW and was commissioned in 1996, making it a crucial asset in the energy landscape of India. The facility operates primarily on coal, with the flexibility to utilize oil as a secondary fuel, which enhances its reliability in meeting energy demands. The KUTCH LIG. plant is operated under the framework of India's broader energy policies, which emphasize the need for energy security, particularly in regions with growing industrial bases. As India continues to develop and urbanize, the demand for electricity is rising, and the KUTCH LIG. power station plays a vital role in fulfilling that need. The operational context is significant, especially given the country's ongoing efforts to transition toward more sustainable energy sources while still relying on established coal technologies in the short to medium term. The facility's output is critical for both residential and commercial consumers, particularly in the state of Gujarat, where energy needs continue to grow. The KUTCH LIG. power generation facility exemplifies the balance India is trying to achieve between meeting immediate energy requirements and transitioning toward a cleaner energy future.

Capacity
290 MW
Commissioning Year
1996

30 years old

Owner
Gujarat Power Corporation Limited
Location
23.6626°, 68.7843°

India, Asia

Context & rankings
  • 397. largest of 1,805 plants in India
  • #6,240 worldwide by installed capacity
  • #1,908 of 2,793 Coal plants worldwide
  • 0.06% of the installed capacity of India
Age & fleet comparison

30 years in operation

Coal fleet average: 29.2 years

Operator portfolio

Gujarat Power Corporation Limited operates 11 plants totalling 4,371 MW

Regional density

10 plants within 100 km, 829 MW combined

Nearest plant: Panandhro Solar Power Plant (2.6 km)

Data provenance

Location

Coordinates:: 23.662600, 68.784300
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Carbon Footprint820 g CO₂/kWh
Annual CO₂
1.15 Mt
1397 GWh/year × 820 g/kWh
Cumulative CO₂
34.37 Mt
Over 30 years of operation
Est. Retirement
2036
10 years remaining
Annual emissions equivalent to
249.1K
cars per year
152.8K
homes per year
52.1M
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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