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Sosnogorsk Thermal Power Plant377 MW Natural Gas

GasVerified: Feb 2026

The Сосногорская ТЭЦ, located in the heart of Russia at coordinates 63.5767, 53.9829, serves as a vital gas-fired power generation facility in the Komi Republic. With a significant generation capacity of 377 MW, this power plant plays a crucial role in the regional energy mix, supplying reliable electricity to both residential and industrial consumers. Operated by the Филиал «Коми» ПАО «Т Плюс», the plant has been in operation since 1960, contributing to the local grid and ensuring energy security in the area. Natural gas is utilized as the primary fuel source, leveraging modern combustion technologies that allow for efficient energy generation. This type of generation technology not only provides a cleaner alternative compared to coal but also supports the Russian government's efforts to transition towards more sustainable energy practices. The Сосногорская ТЭЦ significantly enhances the stability of the energy supply in the region, accommodating fluctuations in demand and providing a buffer against outages. The strategic location of the plant, amidst the natural resources and industrial activity of the Komi Republic, underscores its importance in the local energy landscape. The continued operation and maintenance of the Сосногорская ТЭЦ align with national energy policies aimed at improving energy efficiency and reducing greenhouse gas emissions. As such, the plant stands as a cornerstone of both local and regional energy generation, ensuring that the power needs of the community are met with reliability and sustainability.

Capacity
377 MW
Commissioning Year
1960

66 years old

Owner
Филиал «Коми» ПАО «Т Плюс»
Location
63.5767°, 53.9829°

Russia, Europe

Context & rankings
  • 199. largest of 652 plants in Russia
  • #5,463 worldwide by installed capacity
  • #2,027 of 5,146 Natural Gas plants worldwide
  • 0.12% of the installed capacity of Russia
Age & fleet comparison

66 years in operation

Natural Gas fleet average: 26.9 years

Operator portfolio

Branch "Komi" PAO "T Plus" operates 1 plants totalling 377 MW

Regional density

1 plants within 100 km, 377 MW combined

Data provenance

Location

Coordinates:: 63.576735, 53.982938
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Carbon Footprint490 g CO₂/kWh
Annual CO₂
728.2 Kt
1486 GWh/year × 490 g/kWh
Cumulative CO₂
48.06 Mt
Over 66 years of operation
Past Retirement
1990
36 years past expected retirement
Annual emissions equivalent to
158.3K
cars per year
97.1K
homes per year
33.1M
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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