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Rijnmond II is a significant power generation facility located in the Netherlands, playing a critical role in the country's energy mix. This gas-fired power plant boasts a capacity of 427 MW, making it a vital contributor to the national grid. Operated by TenneT, Rijnmond II utilizes advanced gas turbine technology, which enables efficient energy generation while minimizing emissions compared to traditional coal-fired plants. The facility's strategic coordinates at 51.8902, 4.3552 place it in a region that is essential for energy distribution in the Netherlands, particularly in the densely populated areas of the Randstad. The Netherlands has made substantial commitments to reducing greenhouse gas emissions and increasing the share of renewable energy sources in its energy portfolio. As such, Rijnmond II serves as a flexible backup during periods of low renewable generation, ensuring stability and reliability in the energy supply. The plant's operation aligns with national energy policies aimed at transitioning towards a more sustainable energy future, while still relying on natural gas as a transitional fuel. Overall, Rijnmond II exemplifies the Netherlands' approach to balancing energy needs with environmental considerations, making it a key player in the country's energy landscape.

Capacity
427 MW
Commissioning Year
2001

25 years old

Owner
TenneT
Location
51.8902°, 4.3552°

Netherlands, Europe

Context & rankings
  • 39. largest of 253 plants in Netherlands
  • #5,072 worldwide by installed capacity
  • #1,851 of 5,146 Natural Gas plants worldwide
  • 0.99% of the installed capacity of Netherlands
Age & fleet comparison

25 years in operation

Natural Gas fleet average: 26.9 years

Operator portfolio

TenneT operates 3 plants totalling 1,413 MW

Regional density

146 plants within 100 km, 23,498 MW combined

Nearest plant: Centrale Galileïstraat (5.5 km)

Data provenance

Source: TenneT

Location

Coordinates:: 51.890200, 4.355200
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Carbon Footprint490 g CO₂/kWh
Annual CO₂
824.8 Kt
1683 GWh/year × 490 g/kWh
Cumulative CO₂
20.62 Mt
Over 25 years of operation
Closing Soon
2031
5 years remaining
Annual emissions equivalent to
179.3K
cars per year
110.0K
homes per year
37.5M
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
Netherlands
Continent
Europe
Data Source
Global Power Plant Database

NetherlandsEnergy Profile

253
Total Plants
42.9 GW
Total Capacity
GasCoalWindBiomass
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