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Esch-sur-Alzette CCGT Power Plant Luxembourg385 MW Natural Gas

Gas

The Esch-sur-Alzette CCGT Power Plant in Luxembourg is a modern gas-fired power generation facility that plays a crucial role in the country's energy landscape. With a capacity of 385 MW, this combined cycle gas turbine (CCGT) plant utilizes advanced technology to achieve high efficiency and low emissions, aligning with Luxembourg's commitment to sustainable energy production. Located at coordinates 49.5119 latitude and 5.9646 longitude, the Esch-sur-Alzette CCGT Power Plant is strategically positioned to serve the national grid, providing reliable energy generation that is essential for meeting the electricity demands of both residential and commercial consumers. The use of gas as the primary fuel type allows for rapid response to fluctuating energy demands, making this facility vital for maintaining grid stability. As Luxembourg seeks to diversify its energy sources and reduce its carbon footprint, the Esch-sur-Alzette CCGT Power Plant stands as a beacon of modern energy practices, supporting the nation's transition towards cleaner energy while ensuring dependable power supply.

Capacity
385 MW
Commissioning Year
2010

16 years old

Owner
Cegedel
Location
49.5119°, 5.9646°

Luxembourg, Europe

Context & rankings
  • 2. largest of 2 plants in Luxembourg
  • #5,410 worldwide by installed capacity
  • #1,995 of 5,146 Natural Gas plants worldwide
  • 22.9% of the installed capacity of Luxembourg
Age & fleet comparison

16 years in operation

Natural Gas fleet average: 26.9 years

Operator portfolio

Cegedel operates 1 plants totalling 385 MW

Regional density

127 plants within 100 km, 25,331 MW combined

Nearest plant: Haucourt-Moulaine (11.5 km)

Data provenance

Source: GEODB

Location

Coordinates:: 49.511900, 5.964600
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Carbon Footprint490 g CO₂/kWh
Annual CO₂
743.7 Kt
1518 GWh/year × 490 g/kWh
Cumulative CO₂
11.90 Mt
Over 16 years of operation
Est. Retirement
2040
14 years remaining
Annual emissions equivalent to
161.7K
cars per year
99.2K
homes per year
33.8M
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
Luxembourg
Continent
Europe
Data Source
Global Power Plant Database

LuxembourgEnergy Profile

2
Total Plants
1.7 GW
Total Capacity
HydroGas
Top Fuels

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