EC International Paper Kwidzyn is a 112 MW coal-fired power plant located in Kwidzyn, Poland. Operated by International Paper, the facility contributes to Poland's energy production. It plays a role in supporting the local industrial sector. This plant ranks as the 67th largest coal plant in Poland. With a capacity of 112 MW, it accounts for 0.18% of Poland's total coal capacity of 62,066 MW. Poland has 124 coal plants with a combined capacity of 62,066 MW. The largest coal plant, Bełchatów, has a capacity of 5,472 MW, making EC International Paper Kwidzyn about 2% the size of this facility. Coal remains a dominant source of energy in Poland, providing approximately 80% of the country's electricity generation. The EC International Paper Kwidzyn plant supports this reliance on coal, ensuring energy availability for local industries. It is situated in the northern part of Poland, approximately 70 km from Gdańsk.
26 years old
Poland, Europe
- Primary Fuel Type
- Coal
- Energy Source
- Non-Renewable
- Country
Poland- Continent
- Europe
- Data Source
- Global Power Plant Database
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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