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The Vologda CHP power generation facility, with a capacity of 136.1 MW, is ranked 316th among the 652 power plants in Russia. This makes it a modest contributor to the national energy landscape, representing only 0.04% of Russia's total capacity of 315,886 MW, which is heavily dominated by gas-fueled plants. Commissioned in 2011, Vologda CHP ranks 168th among the 299 gas facilities in the country. Unlike many of its counterparts, Vologda CHP is situated in an isolated location with no other power generation facilities within a 50 km radius. This geographic distinction emphasizes its unique role in supplying energy to the local area and possibly highlights its importance in ensuring grid stability. With the dominant use of gas across Russia's energy profile, Vologda CHP plays a significant role in supporting this fuel type's prevalence, especially as the country continues to rely heavily on gas for its energy needs. Operated by PJSC 'TGC-2', the facility not only contributes to local energy security but also showcases Russia's ongoing investment in modern gas infrastructure. As the global energy landscape shifts towards greener technologies, Vologda CHP may need to adapt its operations to align with emerging policies focusing on sustainability and reduced carbon footprints. Its isolated nature may present both challenges and opportunities for future energy projects in the region, as it could serve as a pivot point for integrating renewable sources into the local grid.

Capacity
136.1 MW
Commissioning Year
2011

15 years old

Owner
PJSC "TGC-2"
Location
59.1950°, 39.9389°

Russia, Europe

Context & rankings
  • 316. largest of 652 plants in Russia
  • #8,809 worldwide by installed capacity
  • #2,994 of 5,146 Natural Gas plants worldwide
  • 0.04% of the installed capacity of Russia
Age & fleet comparison

15 years in operation

Natural Gas fleet average: 26.9 years

Operator portfolio

PJSC "TGC-2" operates 7 plants totalling 1,454 MW

Data provenance

Location

Coordinates:: 59.195000, 39.938900
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Carbon Footprint490 g CO₂/kWh
Annual CO₂
262.9 Kt
537 GWh/year × 490 g/kWh
Cumulative CO₂
3.94 Mt
Over 15 years of operation
Est. Retirement
2041
15 years remaining
Annual emissions equivalent to
57.1K
cars per year
35.1K
homes per year
11.9M
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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