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EC Wrocław, a coal-fired power generation facility located in Poland at coordinates 51.1234, 17.0241, plays a significant role in the country's energy landscape. With a capacity of 263 MW, this power plant is operated by Polska Grupa Energetyczna SA and is vital for providing stable energy to the local grid. The utilization of coal as the primary fuel type reflects Poland's historical reliance on coal for electricity generation. Despite the growing emphasis on renewable energy sources, coal remains a crucial component of Poland's energy mix, particularly in ensuring energy security and reliability. The operational context of EC Wrocław is important, especially in light of the European Union's climate policies which aim to reduce carbon emissions and promote cleaner energy technologies. As Poland navigates the transition towards a more sustainable energy future, EC Wrocław continues to be a key player in balancing the country's immediate energy needs with long-term environmental goals.

Capacity
263 MW
Commissioning Year
1962

64 years old

Owner
Polska Grupa Energetyczna SA
Location
51.1234°, 17.0241°

Poland, Europe

Context & rankings
  • 54. largest of 318 plants in Poland
  • #6,527 worldwide by installed capacity
  • #1,986 of 2,793 Coal plants worldwide
  • 0.32% of the installed capacity of Poland
Age & fleet comparison

64 years in operation

Coal fleet average: 29.2 years

Operator portfolio

Polska Grupa Energetyczna SA operates 21 plants totalling 14,579 MW

Regional density

32 plants within 100 km, 9,849 MW combined

Nearest plant: Elektrociepłownia Czechnica 2 (12.3 km)

Data provenance

Source: ENTSOE

Location

Coordinates:: 51.123400, 17.024100
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Carbon Footprint820 g CO₂/kWh
Annual CO₂
1.04 Mt
1267 GWh/year × 820 g/kWh
Cumulative CO₂
66.50 Mt
Over 64 years of operation
Past Retirement
2002
24 years past expected retirement
Annual emissions equivalent to
225.9K
cars per year
138.5K
homes per year
47.2M
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
Poland
Continent
Europe
Data Source
Global Power Plant Database

PolandEnergy Profile

318
Total Plants
82.7 GW
Total Capacity
CoalHydroGasNuclear
Top Fuels

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