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Sormovo cogeneration station350 MW Natural Gas

Gas

The Sormovo cogeneration station, situated in Nizhny Novgorod, Russia, is an essential gas-fired power generation facility with a capacity of 350 MW. Operated by the Nizhny Novgorod branch of PJSC 'T Plus', this plant has been generating energy since its commissioning in 1974, showcasing the longevity and reliability of gas technology in the region’s energy landscape. The facility employs modern gas turbine technology, which allows for efficient and flexible energy generation, providing both electricity and heat to the local grid. Located at coordinates 56.3525, 43.8914, the Sormovo station is positioned to support the energy needs of the surrounding industrial and residential areas, playing a critical role in maintaining energy security in Russia. As the country continues to navigate its energy policies, the reliance on gas as a transitional fuel towards a more sustainable energy future is evident in the operations of this power plant. The Sormovo station not only contributes to the energy supply but also adheres to regulatory frameworks aimed at reducing emissions, thereby aligning with broader environmental goals.

Capacity
350 MW
Commissioning Year
1974

52 years old

Owner
Nizhny Novgorod branch of PJSC "T Plus"
Location
56.3525°, 43.8914°

Russia, Europe

Context & rankings
  • 211. largest of 652 plants in Russia
  • #5,633 worldwide by installed capacity
  • #2,095 of 5,146 Natural Gas plants worldwide
  • 0.11% of the installed capacity of Russia
Age & fleet comparison

52 years in operation

Natural Gas fleet average: 26.9 years

Operator portfolio

Nizhny Novgorod branch of PJSC "T Plus" operates 2 plants totalling 930 MW

Regional density

5 plants within 100 km, 1,867 MW combined

Nearest plant: Avtozavodskaya (12.1 km)

Data provenance

Location

Coordinates:: 56.352500, 43.891400
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Carbon Footprint490 g CO₂/kWh
Annual CO₂
676.1 Kt
1380 GWh/year × 490 g/kWh
Cumulative CO₂
35.15 Mt
Over 52 years of operation
Past Retirement
2004
22 years past expected retirement
Annual emissions equivalent to
147.0K
cars per year
90.1K
homes per year
30.7M
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
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