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Volgodonsk cogeneration station-2420 MW Natural Gas

Gas

The Volgodonsk cogeneration station-2, located in Russia at coordinates 47.4961 latitude and 42.2106 longitude, is a key gas-fired power plant with a generation capacity of 420 MW. Operated by OOO LUKOIL-Rostovenergo, this facility plays a significant role in the regional energy landscape, providing essential electricity and heat to the local grid. Utilizing cutting-edge gas turbine technology, the plant efficiently converts natural gas into power, aligning with Russia's energy strategy that aims to optimize energy resources while promoting environmental sustainability. The Volgodonsk plant is integral not only for meeting local energy demands but also for supporting broader national objectives regarding energy security and diversification. As Russia continues to evolve its energy policies, the Volgodonsk cogeneration station remains a cornerstone of the country’s energy generation capabilities.

Capacity
420 MW
Commissioning Year
2010

16 years old

Owner
OOO LUKOIL-Rostovenergo
Location
47.4961°, 42.2106°

Russia, Europe

Context & rankings
  • 184. largest of 652 plants in Russia
  • #5,099 worldwide by installed capacity
  • #1,866 of 5,146 Natural Gas plants worldwide
  • 0.13% of the installed capacity of Russia
Age & fleet comparison

16 years in operation

Natural Gas fleet average: 26.9 years

Operator portfolio

OOO LUKOIL-Rostovenergo operates 3 plants totalling 614 MW

Regional density

4 plants within 100 km, 12,242 MW combined

Nearest plant: Tsimlyanskaya HPP (14.3 km)

Data provenance

Location

Coordinates:: 47.496100, 42.210600
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Carbon Footprint490 g CO₂/kWh
Annual CO₂
811.3 Kt
1656 GWh/year × 490 g/kWh
Cumulative CO₂
12.98 Mt
Over 16 years of operation
Est. Retirement
2040
14 years remaining
Annual emissions equivalent to
176.4K
cars per year
108.2K
homes per year
36.9M
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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