LAMARMORA is a 116.7 MW oil-fired power plant located in Italy. It is one of the 11 oil plants in the country and is not operated by a specific known entity. The plant was commissioned in an unspecified year and contributes to Italy's overall oil generation capacity. It ranks as the 11th largest oil plant in Italy. With 116.7 MW, it represents 1.32% of Italy's total oil capacity of 8,829 MW. Italy has 11 oil plants with a combined capacity of 8,829 MW. Compared to the largest oil plant, PORTO TOLLE at 2,640 MW, LAMARMORA is approximately 4.4% the size. Oil is a minor component of Italy's energy mix, which is dominated by natural gas and renewable sources. The country is focusing on increasing its renewable energy capacity while gradually reducing reliance on oil. The plant is located in Lombardy, approximately 100 km east of Milan.
61 years old
Italy, Europe
Location
Estimates based on Oil emission factor (650 g CO₂/kWh) and capacity factor (35%). Actual emissions may vary based on operating conditions, efficiency, and fuel quality.
Technical Details
- Primary Fuel Type
- Oil
- Energy Source
- Non-Renewable
- Country
Italy- Continent
- Europe
- Data Source
- Global Power Plant Database
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An Overview of Oil as a Power Generation Energy Source
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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