Positioned as Italy's 149th largest power generation facility among a total of 542 plants, ASSEMINI stands out with its oil-fired capacity of 177 MW. This plant, commissioned in 1992 and operated by the Italy Ministry of Economy and Finance, contributes a modest 0.14% to the national electricity grid. While oil remains a less dominant energy source in Italy, ASSEMINI holds the distinction of being the 9th largest oil plant in the country, reflecting its strategic role in a landscape predominantly driven by gas. The region surrounding ASSEMINI is notably diverse in energy generation, with SARLUX nearby, a gas plant boasting a significant 630 MW capacity. In contrast, the ASSEMINI facility's oil-based generation is juxtaposed against a cluster of solar plants including Su Scioffu, which produces 20 MW; Saint Lucia at 9.3 MW; Macchiareddu at 7.2 MW; and Uta Solar Power Plant at 5.8 MW. This blend of fuel types illustrates a regional energy context that is increasingly leaning towards renewable sources. Nationally, Italy's energy profile is heavily dominated by gas, with a total capacity of 131,053 MW across all plants. ASSEMINI's oil output is a small but vital part of this framework, indicating the ongoing transition within the energy sector. As Italy continues to navigate its energy future, the ASSEMINI facility remains a key player amidst a shifting landscape, emphasizing the importance of diversifying energy sources while also providing a reliable backup to renewable energy fluctuations. The plant's operational longevity since 1992 positions it as a seasoned contributor to the grid, and its ongoing relevance will be crucial as the nation moves towards more sustainable energy solutions.
34 years old
Italy, Europe
- Primary Fuel Type
- Oil
- Energy Source
- Non-Renewable
- Country
Italy- Continent
- Europe
- Data Source
- Global Power Plant Database
Oil power generation involves the combustion of oil to produce electricity. The process typically begins with the extraction and refining of crude oil, which is then burned in a power plant to create steam. This steam drives turbines connected to generators, converting thermal energy into electrical energy. Oil power plants can vary in design, including steam turbine plants, gas turbine plants, and combined cycle plants, which utilize both gas and steam turbines to enhance efficiency. As of now, there are 2,416 oil power plants worldwide, distributed across 108 countries, with a total installed capacity of 286.9 gigawatts (GW).
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