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The PLTU Muara Karang is an essential coal-fired power plant situated in Indonesia, with a capacity of 400 MW. This facility, operated by PLN under the Java Bali Generation Unit and in conjunction with PT. PJB, is pivotal for meeting the energy needs of the densely populated Jakarta region. The plant employs advanced coal combustion technology, ensuring efficient and reliable energy generation. Located at the coordinates -6.1069 latitude and 106.7882 longitude, Muara Karang plays a vital role in the local energy grid, providing necessary power to support both residential and commercial activities. Indonesia's energy policy has increasingly focused on optimizing coal resources to ensure energy security and economic stability, and the Muara Karang plant exemplifies this approach. By generating a consistent output, this power generation facility contributes significantly to the national energy mix, reinforcing the importance of coal as a key fuel type in Indonesia's development.

Capacity
400 MW
Commissioning Year
1997

29 years old

Owner
PLN - Java Bali Generation Unit / PT. PJB
Location
-6.1069°, 106.7882°

Indonesia, Asia

Context & rankings
  • 63. largest of 297 plants in Indonesia
  • #5,237 worldwide by installed capacity
  • #1,708 of 2,793 Coal plants worldwide
  • 0.37% of the installed capacity of Indonesia
Age & fleet comparison

29 years in operation

Coal fleet average: 29.2 years

Operator portfolio

PLN - Java Bali Generation Unit / PT. PJB operates 13 plants totalling 2,274 MW

Regional density

50 plants within 100 km, 32,251 MW combined

Nearest plant: PLTGU Muara Karang (0.5 km)

Data provenance

Location

Coordinates:: -6.106900, 106.788200
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Carbon Footprint820 g CO₂/kWh
Annual CO₂
1.58 Mt
1927 GWh/year × 820 g/kWh
Cumulative CO₂
45.83 Mt
Over 29 years of operation
Est. Retirement
2037
11 years remaining
Annual emissions equivalent to
343.5K
cars per year
210.7K
homes per year
71.8M
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
Indonesia
Continent
Asia
Data Source
Global Power Plant Database

IndonesiaEnergy Profile

297
Total Plants
108.2 GW
Total Capacity
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