Pyongyang power station is a significant coal-fired power generation facility in North Korea, boasting a capacity of 400 MW. Commissioned in 1965 and operated by the Pyongyang Power Plant, this facility plays a vital role in the country's energy landscape by utilizing coal as its primary fuel source. The technology used is characteristic of conventional coal power plants, which generate electricity through the combustion of coal, converting thermal energy into electrical energy. Located at coordinates 39.0093, 125.7109, the power station is strategically positioned to serve the energy needs of the capital city, Pyongyang, and its surrounding areas. As North Korea continues to focus on coal as a primary energy source, the Pyongyang power station remains a critical component of the national energy mix, providing essential electricity to support both residential and industrial sectors. The operational significance of this power plant reflects the ongoing reliance on fossil fuels within the country, amidst a backdrop of increasing global interest in renewable energy solutions.
61 years old
North Korea, Asia
- 7. largest of 31 plants in North Korea
- #5,237 worldwide by installed capacity
- #1,708 of 2,793 Coal plants worldwide
- 4.34% of the installed capacity of North Korea
61 years in operation
Coal fleet average: 29.2 years
Pyongyang Power Plant operates 1 plants totalling 400 MW
11 plants within 100 km, 3,811 MW combined
Source: GCPT
Location
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 Korea- Continent
- Asia
- Data Source
- Global Power Plant Database
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