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Torangallu IMP is a vital coal-fired power generation facility situated in India, precisely at the coordinates 15.1839, 76.6622. Commissioned in 1999, this power plant has a capacity of 260 MW and serves a pivotal role in the energy landscape of the region. The plant employs coal as its primary fuel, complemented by cogeneration and oil as secondary and tertiary fuels, respectively. This multi-fuel approach enhances its operational flexibility and efficiency in meeting the regional energy demands. Torangallu IMP is significant to the local grid, providing a stable source of power that supports both residential and industrial consumers. As India's energy policy evolves, with an increasing focus on sustainability, plants like Torangallu IMP are crucial in transitioning towards a balanced energy mix that incorporates renewable sources while still relying on existing coal infrastructure. The facility is operated by a consortium that ensures compliance with local regulatory standards, contributing to the overall stability and resilience of India's power generation sector.

Capacity
260 MW
Commissioning Year
1999

27 years old

Owner
JSW Energy
Location
15.1839°, 76.6622°

India, Asia

Context & rankings
  • 410. largest of 1,805 plants in India
  • #6,546 worldwide by installed capacity
  • #1,990 of 2,793 Coal plants worldwide
  • 0.05% of the installed capacity of India
Age & fleet comparison

27 years in operation

Coal fleet average: 29.2 years

Operator portfolio

JSW Energy operates 2 plants totalling 860 MW

Regional density

43 plants within 100 km, 3,495 MW combined

Nearest plant: BELLARY TPS (6.2 km)

Data provenance

Location

Coordinates:: 15.183900, 76.662200
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Carbon Footprint820 g CO₂/kWh
Annual CO₂
1.03 Mt
1253 GWh/year × 820 g/kWh
Cumulative CO₂
27.73 Mt
Over 27 years of operation
Est. Retirement
2039
13 years remaining
Annual emissions equivalent to
223.3K
cars per year
137.0K
homes per year
46.7M
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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