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Toyama Thermal Power Station250 MW Natural Gas

GasVerified: Feb 2026

The Toyama Thermal Power Station is a key gas-fired power generation facility located in Japan, with a capacity of 250 MW. Situated at coordinates 36.7568, 137.2149, this power plant plays a vital role in Japan's energy landscape, especially in the aftermath of the Fukushima disaster, which prompted a nationwide reevaluation of energy sources. Operated by Hokuriku Electric Power Company, the Toyama Thermal Power Station utilizes natural gas as its primary fuel type, known for its efficiency and lower emissions relative to coal. This facility contributes significantly to the stability and reliability of the regional grid, providing a dependable source of electricity in a country that is increasingly focused on reducing its carbon footprint and enhancing energy security. The operational context of the Toyama Thermal Power Station is particularly important given Japan's energy policy, which aims to diversify the energy mix and integrate more renewable sources into the grid. As Japan continues to explore sustainable energy solutions, the role of gas-fired power plants like Toyama is crucial in ensuring a balanced and reliable energy supply while transitioning towards a more sustainable future.

Capacity
250 MW
Commissioning Year
2010

16 years old

Owner
Hokuriku Electric Power Company
Location
36.7568°, 137.2149°

Japan, Asia

Context & rankings
  • 202. largest of 662 plants in Japan
  • #6,657 worldwide by installed capacity
  • #2,445 of 5,146 Natural Gas plants worldwide
  • 0.07% of the installed capacity of Japan
Age & fleet comparison

16 years in operation

Natural Gas fleet average: 26.9 years

Operator portfolio

Hokuriku Electric Power Company operates 3 plants totalling 2,246 MW

Regional density

24 plants within 100 km, 10,641 MW combined

Nearest plant: Toyama Shinko power station (7.7 km)

Data provenance

Source: Wikidata

Location

Coordinates:: 36.756778, 137.214889
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Carbon Footprint490 g CO₂/kWh
Annual CO₂
482.9 Kt
986 GWh/year × 490 g/kWh
Cumulative CO₂
7.73 Mt
Over 16 years of operation
Est. Retirement
2040
14 years remaining
Annual emissions equivalent to
105.0K
cars per year
64.4K
homes per year
21.9M
trees to offset

Estimates based on Gas emission factor (490 g CO₂/kWh) and capacity factor (45%). Actual emissions may vary based on operating conditions, efficiency, and fuel quality.

Technical Details

Primary Fuel Type
Gas
Energy Source
Non-Renewable
Country
Japan
Continent
Asia
Data Source
Global Power Plant Database

JapanEnergy Profile

662
Total Plants
342.8 GW
Total Capacity
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