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Celukan Bawang power station381 MW Coal

Coal

The Celukan Bawang power station, located in Indonesia, is a vital coal-fired power generation facility with a capacity of 381 MW. Situated at coordinates -8.1963, 114.8516, this power plant is operated by PT General Energy Bali and has been operational since its commissioning in 2015. As a coal-powered facility, it plays a crucial role in Indonesia's energy mix, where coal remains a primary source of electricity generation. The Celukan Bawang power station not only supports the growing energy demands of the region but also contributes to the economic development goals of Indonesia by providing reliable power for both residential and commercial use. The operational relevance of this power plant is underscored by Indonesia’s ongoing efforts to enhance its energy infrastructure, particularly in the Bali province, where tourism and industry require stable electricity supply. The plant is designed to operate efficiently, leveraging advanced coal combustion technologies that improve energy output while aiming to comply with environmental standards. Moreover, the Indonesian government has emphasized the importance of energy security, making facilities like the Celukan Bawang power station integral to ensuring a consistent and affordable energy supply for the nation. As the country navigates its energy transition, this power station stands as a testament to the role of coal in meeting immediate energy needs while also facing pressures to incorporate more renewable energy sources in the future.

Capacity
381 MW
Commissioning Year
2015

11 years old

Owner
PT General Energy Bali
Location
-8.1963°, 114.8516°

Indonesia, Asia

Context & rankings
  • 68. largest of 297 plants in Indonesia
  • #5,437 worldwide by installed capacity
  • #1,745 of 2,793 Coal plants worldwide
  • 0.35% of the installed capacity of Indonesia
Age & fleet comparison

11 years in operation

Coal fleet average: 29.2 years

Operator portfolio

PT General Energy Bali operates 2 plants totalling 761 MW

Regional density

10 plants within 100 km, 1,629 MW combined

Nearest plant: PLTG Pemaron (27.5 km)

Data provenance

Source: GCPT

Location

Coordinates:: -8.196300, 114.851600
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Carbon Footprint820 g CO₂/kWh
Annual CO₂
1.51 Mt
1836 GWh/year × 820 g/kWh
Cumulative CO₂
16.56 Mt
Over 11 years of operation
Est. Retirement
2055
29 years remaining
Annual emissions equivalent to
327.2K
cars per year
200.7K
homes per year
68.4M
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
Indonesia
Continent
Asia
Data Source
Global Power Plant Database

IndonesiaEnergy Profile

297
Total Plants
108.2 GW
Total Capacity
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