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The TORR POWER SAB. plant is a notable coal-fired power generation facility located in India, at coordinates 23.0701, 72.5933. With a capacity of 422 MW, this plant serves as an essential component of the national energy mix, significantly contributing to the energy needs of the region. The facility utilizes coal as its primary fuel source, along with oil as a secondary fuel, which provides operational flexibility and enhances overall efficiency. Operated by a dedicated team, TORR POWER SAB. plays a critical role in supporting the electricity grid in India, particularly in meeting the demands of both industrial and residential consumers. The plant's operational context is shaped by India's ambitious energy policies, which aim to balance fossil fuel reliance with the increasing integration of renewable energy sources. As the country progresses towards its energy goals, the TORR POWER SAB. power plant remains a key player in ensuring energy security and reliability, contributing to the ongoing development and modernization of India's energy infrastructure.

Capacity
422 MW
Commissioning Year
1985

41 years old

Owner
Tata Power
Location
23.0701°, 72.5933°

India, Asia

Context & rankings
  • 340. largest of 1,805 plants in India
  • #5,087 worldwide by installed capacity
  • #1,673 of 2,793 Coal plants worldwide
  • 0.08% of the installed capacity of India
Age & fleet comparison

41 years in operation

Coal fleet average: 29.2 years

Operator portfolio

Tata Power operates 163 plants totalling 24,126 MW

Regional density

19 plants within 100 km, 6,955 MW combined

Nearest plant: Gandhinagar Solar Power Plant (12.1 km)

Data provenance

Location

Coordinates:: 23.070100, 72.593300
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Carbon Footprint820 g CO₂/kWh
Annual CO₂
1.67 Mt
2033 GWh/year × 820 g/kWh
Cumulative CO₂
68.36 Mt
Over 41 years of operation
Past Retirement
2025
1 years past expected retirement
Annual emissions equivalent to
362.4K
cars per year
222.3K
homes per year
75.8M
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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