PLTU Embalut is a 110 MW coal-fired power plant located in Indonesia. The facility operates on coal, contributing to the country's energy generation. It ranks as the 61st largest coal plant in Indonesia. With 110 MW, it represents 0.23% 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 largest coal plant, PLTU Paiton I Unit 7 & 8 at 5,355 MW, this facility is about 1/49th the size. Coal is a major energy source in Indonesia, accounting for approximately 60% of the country's electricity generation. The country has abundant coal reserves, which support its energy needs. The plant is located approximately 1,200 km northeast of Jakarta in East Kalimantan province.
11 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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