Vaesteras power station is an 80 MW coal-fired power plant in Sweden, operated by Mälarenergi since 1963. Ranked #2 of 2 coal plants in Sweden. Its 80 MW represents 26.67% of Sweden's total coal capacity of 300 MW. The largest coal plant in Sweden is Bråvallaverket at 220 MW, making Vaesteras 2.75 times smaller. Nearby plants within 50 km include Aros (94 MW, Biomass) and Kraftvärmeverket (0 MW, Unknown). The facility is located in Västmanland County, approximately 100 km from Stockholm.
63 years old
Sweden, Europe
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
Sweden- Continent
- Europe
- Data Source
- Global Power Plant Database
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Understanding Coal as a Power Generation Energy Source
Coal has long been a cornerstone of electricity generation worldwide, with a significant presence in the global energy landscape. As of recent data, there are approximately 2,608 coal power plants operating across 74 countries, boasting a total installed capacity of 2,257.3 gigawatts (GW). The leading nations in coal power generation include China, with 1,018 plants generating 1,038.0 GW, India with 287 plants at 253.3 GW, and the United States with 291 plants producing 252.0 GW. Other notable contributors include Germany and Japan, with 130 plants and 76.8 GW, and 61 plants and 63.9 GW, respectively. This widespread utilization reflects the essential role coal has played in the development of industrial and residential power systems globally.
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