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Avtovskaya CHP Plant-15321 MW Natural Gas

Gas

Avtovskaya CHP Plant-15 is an essential combined heat and power plant located in Russia, at coordinates 59.8701, 30.2869, in the vicinity of Saint Petersburg. This facility operates primarily on natural gas, with a supplementary capability to utilize oil, boasting a total generation capacity of 321 MW. Managed by PJSC 'TGC-1', Avtovskaya CHP-15 is crucial in supplying both electrical power and thermal energy to the local grid, thereby addressing the diverse energy needs of the community. The deployment of gas as the main fuel type emphasizes a strategic shift towards cleaner energy sources, reflecting Russia's commitment to enhancing energy efficiency and reducing environmental impact. The plant's operational excellence is supported by advanced combustion technologies that optimize performance and minimize emissions. Its significant capacity not only ensures reliability in energy supply but also aligns with national policies aimed at fostering a sustainable energy future. As the energy landscape continues to evolve, Avtovskaya CHP Plant-15 stands out as a vital contributor to the region's energy security and economic stability.

Capacity
321 MW
Commissioning Year
1956

70 years old

Owner
PJSC "TGC-1"
Location
59.8701°, 30.2869°

Russia, Europe

Context & rankings
  • 223. largest of 652 plants in Russia
  • #5,868 worldwide by installed capacity
  • #2,199 of 5,146 Natural Gas plants worldwide
  • 0.1% of the installed capacity of Russia
Age & fleet comparison

70 years in operation

Natural Gas fleet average: 26.9 years

Operator portfolio

PJSC "TGC-1" operates 48 plants totalling 7,625 MW

Regional density

24 plants within 100 km, 13,462 MW combined

Nearest plant: Pervomaiskaya TPP-14 (2.3 km)

Data provenance

Location

Coordinates:: 59.870100, 30.286900
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Carbon Footprint490 g CO₂/kWh
Annual CO₂
620.0 Kt
1265 GWh/year × 490 g/kWh
Cumulative CO₂
43.40 Mt
Over 70 years of operation
Past Retirement
1986
40 years past expected retirement
Annual emissions equivalent to
134.8K
cars per year
82.7K
homes per year
28.2M
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
Russia
Continent
Europe
Data Source
Global Power Plant Database

RussiaEnergy Profile

652
Total Plants
311.6 GW
Total Capacity
GasNuclearCoalHydro
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