Mizushima Energy Center is a 112 MW coal-fired power plant located in Japan, operated by Mitsubishi Corporation since its commissioning in 2017. The facility generates electricity from coal, contributing to Japan's overall power generation capacity. It is the 58th largest coal plant in Japan. With 112 MW, it represents 0.17% of the country's total coal capacity of 64,538 MW. Japan has 65 coal plants with a combined capacity of 64,538 MW. Compared to the country's largest coal plant, 碧南火力発電所 at 4,100 MW, this facility is approximately 2.7% the size. Coal remains a significant source of energy in Japan, accounting for about 37% of the total electricity generation. The Mizushima Energy Center is part of a broader strategy to balance energy sources while addressing energy security. The facility is located approximately 50 km from Hiroshima in the western part of Honshu island.
9 years old
Japan, Asia
- Primary Fuel Type
- Coal
- Energy Source
- Non-Renewable
- Country
Japan- 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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