Merak power station is a 120 MW coal-fired power plant located in Indonesia, operated by PT Merak Energi since its commissioning in 2014. The facility contributes to the country's coal power generation capacity. It is the 58th largest coal plant in Indonesia. With 120 MW, it represents 0.25% of Indonesia's total coal capacity of 47,804 MW. Indonesia has 94 coal plants with a combined capacity of 47,804 MW. Compared to the country's largest coal plant, PLTU Paiton I Unit 7 & 8 at 5,355 MW, this facility is approximately 1/45th the size. Coal is a significant energy source in Indonesia, accounting for a large portion of the country's electricity generation. The Merak power station supports the national energy strategy by utilizing local coal resources. It is situated approximately 120 km west of Jakarta in Banten Province.
12 years old
Indonesia, Asia
- Primary Fuel Type
- Coal
- Energy Source
- Non-Renewable
- Country
Indonesia- Continent
- Asia
- Data Source
- Global Power Plant Database
Coal has long been a cornerstone of electricity generation worldwide, with a significant presence in the global energy landscape. As of recent data, there are approximately 2,608 coal power plants operating across 74 countries, boasting a total installed capacity of 2,257.3 gigawatts (GW). The leading nations in coal power generation include China, with 1,018 plants generating 1,038.0 GW, India with 287 plants at 253.3 GW, and the United States with 291 plants producing 252.0 GW. Other notable contributors include Germany and Japan, with 130 plants and 76.8 GW, and 61 plants and 63.9 GW, respectively. This widespread utilization reflects the essential role coal has played in the development of industrial and residential power systems globally.
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