World Power Plants

Tenughat Thermal Power Plant420 MW Coal

CoalVerified: Feb 2026

Located in the state of Jharkhand, India, the Tenughat Thermal Power Plant stands as a crucial contributor to the region's energy generation capabilities. This coal-fired power facility has a capacity of 420 MW and is operated by Tenughat Vidyut Nigam Limited. The plant is situated at coordinates 23.7285 latitude and 85.7621 longitude, strategically positioned to serve the energy needs of nearby urban and industrial areas. Since its inception, the Tenughat Thermal Power Plant has played an integral role in India's energy landscape, particularly in enhancing the reliability and availability of electricity in a country where demand continues to escalate. The technology employed at this plant is representative of traditional coal combustion methods, which involve the burning of coal to produce steam that drives turbine generators. Although coal remains a significant component of India's energy mix, the country is increasingly exploring renewable sources to meet its ambitious climate targets. The operational context of the Tenughat Thermal Power Plant highlights the ongoing transition in India's energy sector, balancing the need for immediate energy generation with long-term sustainability goals. By contributing to the national grid, this power station not only supports local electricity demand but also aids in stabilizing the overall energy supply in one of the world's fastest-growing economies.

Capacity
420 MW
Commissioning Year
2014

12 years old

Owner
Tenughat Vidyut Nigam Limited
Location
23.7285°, 85.7621°

India, Asia

Context & rankings
  • 341. largest of 1,805 plants in India
  • #5,099 worldwide by installed capacity
  • #1,677 of 2,793 Coal plants worldwide
  • 0.08% of the installed capacity of India
Age & fleet comparison

12 years in operation

Coal fleet average: 29.2 years

Operator portfolio

Tenughat Vidyut Nigam Limited operates 2 plants totalling 840 MW

Regional density

16 plants within 100 km, 8,404 MW combined

Nearest plant: BOKARO B (13.5 km)

Data provenance

Location

Coordinates:: 23.728489, 85.762074
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Carbon Footprint820 g CO₂/kWh
Annual CO₂
1.66 Mt
2024 GWh/year × 820 g/kWh
Cumulative CO₂
19.91 Mt
Over 12 years of operation
Est. Retirement
2054
28 years remaining
Annual emissions equivalent to
360.7K
cars per year
221.2K
homes per year
75.4M
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
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