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Gorzów Heat and Power Plant236.88 MW Natural Gas

GasVerified: Feb 2026

Gorzów Heat and Power Plant serves as a significant contributor to Poland's energy landscape, ranking 58th among the country's 318 power generation facilities. With a capacity of 236.88 MW, it accounts for 0.29% of Poland's total capacity of 82,656 MW. As the 7th largest gas plant out of 27 in the nation, Gorzów highlights the increasing reliance on natural gas as a transitional fuel within the broader context of Poland’s energy profile, which is predominantly coal-based. The facility is equipped with modern gas generation technology, allowing for efficient electricity and heat production while minimizing carbon emissions compared to traditional coal-fired plants. Situated in a dynamic energy region, Gorzów is in close proximity to other significant facilities, including EC Gorzów, which has a capacity of 243 MW, and PGE Energia Ciepła S.A. Oddział Elektrociepłownia w Gorzowie, contributing 232 MW. This clustering of power generation facilities enhances the local grid's resilience and ensures a steady supply of energy to the surrounding areas. Poland's energy framework is evolving, with a clear shift towards diversifying its fuel mix, making the Gorzów Heat and Power Plant pivotal in this transformation. Commissioned in the late 20th century, the plant has been instrumental in meeting both electricity and heating demands, particularly in urban areas. As Poland progresses toward its climate goals, the Gorzów facility exemplifies the balance between maintaining energy security and transitioning to cleaner energy sources. Its operational longevity and adaptability to market changes position it as a cornerstone in Poland’s journey towards a sustainable energy future.

Capacity
236.88 MW
Commissioning Year
1975

51 years old

Owner
PGE Polska Grupa Energetyczna
Location
52.7508°, 15.2684°

Poland, Europe

Context & rankings
  • 58. largest of 318 plants in Poland
  • #6,891 worldwide by installed capacity
  • #2,504 of 5,146 Natural Gas plants worldwide
  • 0.29% of the installed capacity of Poland
Age & fleet comparison

51 years in operation

Natural Gas fleet average: 26.9 years

Operator portfolio

PGE Polska Grupa Energetyczna operates 4 plants totalling 1,453 MW

Regional density

55 plants within 100 km, 7,005 MW combined

Nearest plant: FW Kręcin (40.9 km)

Data provenance

Source: Wikidata

Location

Coordinates:: 52.750800, 15.268400
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Carbon Footprint490 g CO₂/kWh
Annual CO₂
457.6 Kt
934 GWh/year × 490 g/kWh
Cumulative CO₂
23.34 Mt
Over 51 years of operation
Past Retirement
2005
21 years past expected retirement
Annual emissions equivalent to
99.5K
cars per year
61.0K
homes per year
20.8M
trees to offset

Estimates based on Gas emission factor (490 g CO₂/kWh) and capacity factor (45%). Actual emissions may vary based on operating conditions, efficiency, and fuel quality.

Technical Details

Primary Fuel Type
Gas
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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