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The Seagull power station is a notable coal-fired power generation facility situated in South Korea, specifically at coordinates 35.9779, 126.6383. With a capacity of 421 MW, this power plant is an important contributor to the country’s energy framework, providing reliable electricity to meet the demands of its growing economy. Commissioned in 2014 and operated by Gungjang Energy Co Ltd, Seagull power station utilizes advanced coal combustion technology to generate electricity efficiently. Despite the global shift towards cleaner energy sources, coal remains a significant part of South Korea's energy mix, and this facility plays a crucial role in ensuring energy stability. The plant's operational context is particularly relevant given South Korea's energy policy, which aims to balance economic growth with environmental considerations. As the country transitions towards more sustainable practices, Seagull power station represents both the challenges and the transitional phase of energy generation in South Korea, highlighting the ongoing reliance on coal while also indicating the potential for future shifts toward renewable energy.

Capacity
421 MW
Commissioning Year
2014

12 years old

Owner
Gungjang Energy Co Ltd
Location
35.9779°, 126.6383°

South Korea, Asia

Context & rankings
  • 111. largest of 265 plants in South Korea
  • #5,096 worldwide by installed capacity
  • #1,676 of 2,793 Coal plants worldwide
  • 0.16% of the installed capacity of South Korea
Age & fleet comparison

12 years in operation

Coal fleet average: 29.2 years

Operator portfolio

Gungjang Energy Co Ltd operates 1 plants totalling 421 MW

Regional density

39 plants within 100 km, 43,848 MW combined

Nearest plant: Saemangeum Ocise (7.7 km)

Data provenance

Source: GCPT

Location

Coordinates:: 35.977900, 126.638300
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Carbon Footprint820 g CO₂/kWh
Annual CO₂
1.66 Mt
2028 GWh/year × 820 g/kWh
Cumulative CO₂
19.96 Mt
Over 12 years of operation
Est. Retirement
2054
28 years remaining
Annual emissions equivalent to
361.6K
cars per year
221.8K
homes per year
75.6M
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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