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Oslomej Coal Power Plant Macedonia125 MW Coal

Coal

Oslomej Coal Power Plant is a 125 MW coal-fired facility located in Macedonia. The plant generates electricity using coal, contributing to the country's overall energy generation. It ranks as the 2nd largest coal plant in Macedonia. With 125 MW, it represents 15.62% of Macedonia's total coal capacity of 800 MW. Macedonia has 2 coal plants with a combined capacity of 800 MW. Compared to the largest coal plant in Macedonia, Bitola Coal Power Plant at 675 MW, Oslomej is approximately 1/5th the size. Coal is a significant energy source in Macedonia, accounting for a large portion of the country's electricity generation. The Oslomej plant plays a role in meeting local energy demands. It is located in the Vardar region, approximately 70 km southwest of Skopje.

Capacity
125 MW
Commissioning Year
1980

46 years old

Owner
ELEM
Location
41.5824°, 21.0006°

North Macedonia, Europe

Location

Coordinates:: 41.582400, 21.000600
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Carbon Footprint820 g CO₂/kWh
Annual CO₂
493.8 Kt
602 GWh/year × 820 g/kWh
Cumulative CO₂
22.72 Mt
Over 46 years of operation
Past Retirement
2020
6 years past expected retirement
Annual emissions equivalent to
107.4K
cars per year
65.8K
homes per year
22.4M
trees to offset

Estimates based on Coal emission factor (820 g CO₂/kWh) and capacity factor (55%). Actual emissions may vary based on operating conditions, efficiency, and fuel quality.

Technical Details

Primary Fuel Type
Coal
Energy Source
Non-Renewable
Country
North Macedonia
Continent
Europe
Data Source
Global Power Plant Database

North MacedoniaEnergy Profile

12
Total Plants
1.4 GW
Total Capacity
CoalHydro
Top Fuels

Understanding Coal as a Power Generation Energy Source

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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