Crivina Power Station— 330 MW Natural Gas
Crivina Power Station serves a vital role in Romania's energy landscape, contributing significantly to the country's gas-fired energy generation capacity. With a robust capacity of 330 MW, this power generation facility utilizes natural gas as its primary fuel type, aligning with Romania's strategic energy policies aimed at transitioning towards more sustainable sources while still relying on traditional fossil fuels. Located at coordinates 45.0338° N latitude and 21.8160° E longitude, Crivina Power Station is situated in the Banat region, which is critical for the local grid as it enhances energy stability and security in the area. The plant operates within a broader context of Romania's commitment to reducing carbon emissions while ensuring a reliable energy supply. The gas technology employed at Crivina is designed to optimize efficiency and minimize environmental impact, playing a crucial part in balancing the variable contributions from renewable sources in the national energy mix. As a modern facility, Crivina Power Station is equipped to support Romania's objectives of energy diversification and sustainability, ensuring that it remains a key player in the region's energy sector.
16 years old
Romania, Europe
- 18. largest of 158 plants in Romania
- #5,783 worldwide by installed capacity
- #2,159 of 5,146 Natural Gas plants worldwide
- 1.64% of the installed capacity of Romania
16 years in operation
Natural Gas fleet average: 26.9 years
E.ON Romania operates 1 plants totalling 330 MW
9 plants within 100 km, 4,264 MW combined
Source: Wikidata
Location
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
Romania- Continent
- Europe
- Data Source
- Global Power Plant Database
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