Bugok Biomass is a 105 MW biomass power plant located in South Korea, operated by GS Energy. The facility was commissioned to enhance the country's renewable energy output. It ranks as the 2nd largest biomass plant in South Korea. With 105 MW, it represents 24.92% of the country's total biomass capacity of 421 MW. South Korea has 6 biomass plants with a combined capacity of 421 MW. Compared to the largest biomass plant, OCI SE at 303 MW, Bugok is about one-third the size. Biomass contributes significantly to South Korea's renewable energy goals, accounting for roughly 0.16% of the total electricity generation. The plant is located in the Chungcheongnam-do province, approximately 150 km from Seoul.
11 years old
South Korea, Asia
- 157. largest of 265 plants in South Korea
- #9,797 worldwide by installed capacity
- #62 of 1,487 Biomass plants worldwide
- 0.04% of the installed capacity of South Korea
11 years in operation
Biomass fleet average: 20.5 years
GS Energy operates 5 plants totalling 2,574 MW
90 plants within 100 km, 105,340 MW combined
Source: GS Energy
Location
Estimates based on Biomass emission factor (230 g CO₂/kWh) and capacity factor (65%). Actual emissions may vary based on operating conditions, efficiency, and fuel quality.
Technical Details
- Primary Fuel Type
- Biomass
- Energy Source
- Renewable
- Country
South Korea- Continent
- Asia
- Data Source
- Global Power Plant Database
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