Suwan Energy is a 118 MW gas-fired power plant located in South Korea, operated by KHDC. The facility was commissioned in 2011 and generates electricity using natural gas. Ranked as the 63rd largest gas plant in South Korea, Suwan Energy represents 0.15% of the country's total gas capacity of 76,316 MW. South Korea operates 70 gas plants with a combined capacity of 76,316 MW. In comparison to the largest gas plant, Taean Thermal Power Plant at 6,446 MW, Suwan Energy is roughly 1/55th its size. Gas is a vital component of South Korea's energy landscape, accounting for approximately 30% of electricity generation. The country is focusing on increasing its gas utilization to enhance energy security and lower carbon emissions. The plant is located in the southwestern part of South Korea, close to Gwangju.
15 years old
South Korea, Asia
- 150. largest of 265 plants in South Korea
- #9,400 worldwide by installed capacity
- #3,140 of 5,146 Natural Gas plants worldwide
- 0.05% of the installed capacity of South Korea
15 years in operation
Natural Gas fleet average: 26.9 years
KHDC operates 1 plants totalling 118 MW
45 plants within 100 km, 43,085 MW combined
Source: Korea Herald
Location
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
South Korea- Continent
- Asia
- Data Source
- Global Power Plant Database
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