World Power Plants

Elektrocieplownia Moszczenica383 MW Coal

CoalVerified: Feb 2026

Elektrociepłownia Moszczenica is a significant coal-fired power generation facility located in Poland, with geographical coordinates of 49.9405° N and 18.5712° E. Operated by PGNiG TERMIKA Energetyka Przemysłowa S.A., this power plant has a capacity of 383 MW, making it an important player in Poland's energy mix. As a coal power plant, it provides a substantial amount of baseload power, which is essential for maintaining the stability of the local grid. The facility is part of Poland's broader energy strategy, which has historically relied heavily on coal for electricity generation. Despite the country’s ongoing transition towards renewable energy, coal remains a significant source of power, especially in the context of energy security and economic considerations. Elektrociepłownia Moszczenica utilizes traditional coal combustion technology, which has been a cornerstone of energy production in Poland for decades. This technology, while effective in terms of energy output, faces scrutiny due to environmental concerns and government policies aimed at reducing carbon emissions. As such, the role of this power plant is evolving in response to both regulatory pressures and market dynamics. The facility's strategic location ensures that it can efficiently supply electricity to nearby regions, reinforcing its importance in the national energy framework. Overall, Elektrociepłownia Moszczenica exemplifies the complexities of balancing energy needs with environmental responsibilities in a nation that is navigating its way towards a more sustainable energy future.

Capacity
383 MW
Commissioning Year
2015

11 years old

Owner
PGNiG TERMIKA Energetyka Przemysłowa S.A.
Location
49.9405°, 18.5712°

Poland, Europe

Context & rankings
  • 47. largest of 318 plants in Poland
  • #5,423 worldwide by installed capacity
  • #1,744 of 2,793 Coal plants worldwide
  • 0.46% of the installed capacity of Poland
Age & fleet comparison

11 years in operation

Coal fleet average: 29.2 years

Operator portfolio

PGNiG TERMIKA Energetyka Przemysłowa S.A. operates 1 plants totalling 383 MW

Regional density

107 plants within 100 km, 19,441 MW combined

Nearest plant: EC Zofiówka (4.8 km)

Data provenance

Location

Coordinates:: 49.940494, 18.571200
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Carbon Footprint820 g CO₂/kWh
Annual CO₂
1.51 Mt
1845 GWh/year × 820 g/kWh
Cumulative CO₂
16.64 Mt
Over 11 years of operation
Est. Retirement
2055
29 years remaining
Annual emissions equivalent to
328.9K
cars per year
201.8K
homes per year
68.8M
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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