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The Jeju power plant, located in South Korea at coordinates 33.5352, 126.5961, serves as a crucial energy generation facility in the region, utilizing oil as its primary fuel type. With a capacity of 255 MW, this power plant is vital for supporting the national energy grid, particularly in meeting the peak demand periods. Operated by Korea Midland Power (KOMIPO), Jeju plays an essential role in ensuring energy reliability and stability on Jeju Island, which is known for its unique geographical features and tourism-driven economy. The use of oil as a fuel type highlights the plant's capability to deliver quick-response energy generation, addressing fluctuations in demand. In the context of South Korea's energy policy, the Jeju power plant operates amidst a transition towards a more sustainable energy framework, yet it remains important for current energy needs. The strategic location of the plant allows it to effectively supply energy to local consumers while contributing to the overall energy mix of the country. As South Korea aims to diversify its energy sources and invest in renewable technologies, facilities like Jeju will continue to play a transitional role in the immediate energy landscape.

Capacity
255 MW
Commissioning Year
2000

26 years old

Owner
Korea Midland Power (KOMIPO)
Location
33.5352°, 126.5961°

South Korea, Asia

Context & rankings
  • 130. largest of 265 plants in South Korea
  • #6,602 worldwide by installed capacity
  • #262 of 2,478 Oil plants worldwide
  • 0.1% of the installed capacity of South Korea
Age & fleet comparison

26 years in operation

Oil fleet average: 28.7 years

Operator portfolio

Korea Midland Power (KOMIPO) operates 6 plants totalling 9,657 MW

Regional density

10 plants within 100 km, 884 MW combined

Nearest plant: Jeju Self Governing Wind Farm (20.6 km)

Data provenance

Source: KOMIPO

Location

Coordinates:: 33.535200, 126.596100
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Carbon Footprint650 g CO₂/kWh
Annual CO₂
508.2 Kt
782 GWh/year × 650 g/kWh
Cumulative CO₂
13.21 Mt
Over 26 years of operation
Closing Soon
2030
4 years remaining
Annual emissions equivalent to
110.5K
cars per year
67.8K
homes per year
23.1M
trees to offset

Estimates based on Oil emission factor (650 g CO₂/kWh) and capacity factor (35%). Actual emissions may vary based on operating conditions, efficiency, and fuel quality.

Technical Details

Primary Fuel Type
Oil
Energy Source
Non-Renewable
Country
South Korea
Continent
Asia
Data Source
Global Power Plant Database

South KoreaEnergy Profile

265
Total Plants
255.7 GW
Total Capacity
CoalGasNuclearHydro
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