World Power Plants

TPP Bucuresti Sud280 MW Natural Gas

Gas

TPP Bucuresti Sud is a crucial power generation facility in Romania, contributing significantly to the country's energy landscape with a capacity of 280 MW. This gas-fired power plant operates utilizing natural gas, which has become an increasingly important component of Romania's energy mix, especially as the nation aims to diversify its energy sources. Located at coordinates 44.4233, 25.9790, the plant is situated in the southern part of Romania, strategically positioned to support the energy needs of Bucharest and surrounding regions. This geographical context underscores the plant's role in enhancing grid stability and meeting the electricity demands of both residential and industrial consumers. As energy policies in Romania evolve towards sustainable practices, TPP Bucuresti Sud plays a vital part in the country's transition from coal-based generation to cleaner gas technologies. The Romanian government has been actively working to reduce carbon emissions and improve energy efficiency, and gas-fired plants like TPP Bucuresti Sud are central to achieving these goals. The facility not only contributes to electricity generation but also plays a role in reinforcing energy security amid regional energy fluctuations. With a capacity of 280 MW, TPP Bucuresti Sud exemplifies the shift towards more environmentally friendly energy solutions while ensuring that the local grid remains robust and reliable.

Capacity
280 MW
Commissioning Year
1970

56 years old

Owner
Electrica S.A.
Location
44.4233°, 25.9790°

Romania, Europe

Context & rankings
  • 21. largest of 158 plants in Romania
  • #6,336 worldwide by installed capacity
  • #2,342 of 5,146 Natural Gas plants worldwide
  • 1.39% of the installed capacity of Romania
Age & fleet comparison

56 years in operation

Natural Gas fleet average: 26.9 years

Operator portfolio

Electrica S.A. operates 6 plants totalling 636 MW

Regional density

37 plants within 100 km, 2,514 MW combined

Nearest plant: Grozăvești Power Station (6.9 km)

Data provenance

Source: ENTSOE

Location

Coordinates:: 44.423300, 25.979000
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Carbon Footprint490 g CO₂/kWh
Annual CO₂
540.8 Kt
1104 GWh/year × 490 g/kWh
Cumulative CO₂
30.29 Mt
Over 56 years of operation
Past Retirement
2000
26 years past expected retirement
Annual emissions equivalent to
117.6K
cars per year
72.1K
homes per year
24.6M
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
Romania
Continent
Europe
Data Source
Global Power Plant Database

RomaniaEnergy Profile

158
Total Plants
20.2 GW
Total Capacity
CoalGasHydroNuclear
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