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EC Żerań is a significant coal-fired power plant located in Poland, contributing substantially to the country's energy generation landscape. With a capacity of 386 MW, this facility plays a crucial role in the national energy mix, particularly in providing reliable base-load power. Operated by PGNiG Termika SA, EC Żerań utilizes traditional coal combustion technology, which has been a cornerstone of Poland's energy infrastructure for decades. The plant's coordinates, 52.2945° N latitude and 20.9942° E longitude, place it in the Warsaw metropolitan area, an important hub for energy consumption. As Poland continues to transition towards a more diversified energy portfolio, EC Żerań remains an essential contributor to the local grid, ensuring stability and reliability in energy supply. The facility operates under a regulatory framework that aims to balance energy needs with environmental considerations, which has become increasingly relevant as Poland seeks to reduce its carbon footprint while securing energy independence. Coal, while facing scrutiny due to its environmental impact, remains a significant fuel source in Poland, and EC Żerań exemplifies the complexities of this energy landscape.

Capacity
386 MW
Commissioning Year
1970

56 years old

Owner
PGNiG Termika SA
Location
52.2945°, 20.9942°

Poland, Europe

Context & rankings
  • 46. largest of 318 plants in Poland
  • #5,400 worldwide by installed capacity
  • #1,741 of 2,793 Coal plants worldwide
  • 0.47% of the installed capacity of Poland
Age & fleet comparison

56 years in operation

Coal fleet average: 29.2 years

Operator portfolio

PGNiG Termika SA operates 1 plants totalling 386 MW

Regional density

20 plants within 100 km, 10,410 MW combined

Nearest plant: Powiśle Power Plant (6.5 km)

Data provenance

Source: ENTSOE

Location

Coordinates:: 52.294500, 20.994200
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Carbon Footprint820 g CO₂/kWh
Annual CO₂
1.52 Mt
1860 GWh/year × 820 g/kWh
Cumulative CO₂
85.40 Mt
Over 56 years of operation
Past Retirement
2010
16 years past expected retirement
Annual emissions equivalent to
331.5K
cars per year
203.3K
homes per year
69.3M
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
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