Yeongdong Thermal Power Plant— 325 MW Coal
Located in South Korea, the Yeongdong Thermal Power Plant, known locally as 영동화력발전소, plays a vital role in the country's energy generation landscape. This coal-fired power plant boasts a capacity of 325 MW, contributing significantly to the national energy mix. Operated by 한국남동발전, the facility utilizes advanced coal technology to ensure efficient energy production while adhering to environmental standards. The power plant's geographical coordinates, 37.7392° N latitude and 128.9797° E longitude, place it in a region that is strategically important for energy distribution within South Korea. As the country works towards energy diversification and reducing dependency on fossil fuels, facilities like Yeongdong serve as a transitional source of energy, providing stability to the local grid. The significance of this power generation facility is further underscored by South Korea's energy policies, which seek to balance energy security with sustainable practices. Yeongdong Thermal Power Plant not only supports the energy needs of the surrounding communities but also plays a crucial role in the overall energy infrastructure of South Korea.
27 years old
South Korea, Asia
- 125. largest of 265 plants in South Korea
- #5,827 worldwide by installed capacity
- #1,823 of 2,793 Coal plants worldwide
- 0.13% of the installed capacity of South Korea
27 years in operation
Coal fleet average: 29.2 years
Korea South-East Power operates 6 plants totalling 12,654 MW
23 plants within 100 km, 33,320 MW combined
Source: OpenStreetMap
Location
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
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