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TPP Govora is a significant player in Romania's energy landscape, ranked 31st among the country's 158 power generation facilities. With a coal-fired capacity of 177 MW, it supplies approximately 0.88% of Romania's total energy needs, which are largely met by coal as the dominant fuel source. This makes TPP Govora the 7th largest coal plant in a sector that comprises 11 facilities. The importance of this plant is underscored by its proximity to HPP Vidraru, a hydroelectric plant with a capacity of 219 MW, showcasing a diverse energy mix within the region. TPP Govora's coal generation serves as a crucial stabilizer in a national grid where renewable sources are still developing. Romania's total capacity stands at 20,173 MW, reflecting a reliance on traditional energy sources, particularly coal. The operational history of TPP Govora, established several years ago, ensures that it remains a vital contributor to Romania's electricity supply. As the country looks towards modernizing its energy infrastructure, the balance between coal and renewables will undoubtedly shape future energy policies. TPP Govora's continued operation highlights the need for transitional solutions that respect the current energy landscape while also paving the way for cleaner alternatives.

Capacity
177 MW
Commissioning Year
1965

61 years old

Owner
Complexul Energetic Oltenia
Location
45.0400°, 24.2900°

Romania, Europe

Context & rankings
  • 31. largest of 158 plants in Romania
  • #7,874 worldwide by installed capacity
  • #2,177 of 2,793 Coal plants worldwide
  • 0.88% of the installed capacity of Romania
Age & fleet comparison

61 years in operation

Coal fleet average: 29.2 years

Operator portfolio

Complexul Energetic Oltenia operates 3 plants totalling 439 MW

Regional density

19 plants within 100 km, 5,419 MW combined

Nearest plant: HPP Vidraru (45.1 km)

Data provenance

Source: ENTSOE

Location

Coordinates:: 45.040000, 24.290000
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Carbon Footprint820 g CO₂/kWh
Annual CO₂
699.3 Kt
853 GWh/year × 820 g/kWh
Cumulative CO₂
42.66 Mt
Over 61 years of operation
Past Retirement
2005
21 years past expected retirement
Annual emissions equivalent to
152.0K
cars per year
93.2K
homes per year
31.8M
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
Romania
Continent
Europe
Data Source
Global Power Plant Database

RomaniaEnergy Profile

158
Total Plants
20.2 GW
Total Capacity
CoalGasHydroNuclear
Top Fuels

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