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The Saemangeum Ocise power plant, located in South Korea, is a notable coal-fired facility with a generation capacity of 305 MW. Operated by Doosan Group, this plant plays a significant role in South Korea's energy generation portfolio, particularly in meeting the demands for reliable and stable electricity in the region. Commissioned in 2016, Saemangeum Ocise employs advanced coal technology designed to maximize efficiency and reduce emissions compared to older coal plants. The geographical coordinates of 35.9399, 126.5668 place it strategically near the coast, allowing for efficient logistics in coal supply and energy distribution. In the context of South Korea's energy policy, the Saemangeum Ocise power plant supports the country’s efforts to balance energy security with environmental concerns, as coal remains a substantial part of the national energy mix while transitioning to cleaner alternatives. The plant's operation is closely monitored, adhering to stringent regulations aimed at minimizing the environmental impact of coal energy generation. As South Korea navigates its energy future, the Saemangeum Ocise power plant exemplifies the challenges and opportunities associated with coal-based power generation, addressing the need for reliable energy while also adapting to the global shift towards more sustainable energy sources.

Capacity
305 MW
Commissioning Year
2016

10 years old

Owner
Doosan Group
Location
35.9399°, 126.5668°

South Korea, Asia

Context & rankings
  • 128. largest of 265 plants in South Korea
  • #5,997 worldwide by installed capacity
  • #1,850 of 2,793 Coal plants worldwide
  • 0.12% of the installed capacity of South Korea
Age & fleet comparison

10 years in operation

Coal fleet average: 29.2 years

Operator portfolio

Doosan Group operates 1 plants totalling 305 MW

Regional density

35 plants within 100 km, 42,487 MW combined

Nearest plant: 한화에너지 군산공장 (3.1 km)

Data provenance

Source: Doosan

Location

Coordinates:: 35.939900, 126.566800
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Carbon Footprint820 g CO₂/kWh
Annual CO₂
1.20 Mt
1469 GWh/year × 820 g/kWh
Cumulative CO₂
12.05 Mt
Over 10 years of operation
Est. Retirement
2056
30 years remaining
Annual emissions equivalent to
262.0K
cars per year
160.7K
homes per year
54.8M
trees to offset

Estimates based on Coal emission factor (820 g CO₂/kWh) and capacity factor (55%). Actual emissions may vary based on operating conditions, efficiency, and fuel quality.

Technical Details

Primary Fuel Type
Coal
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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