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Glow Energy Phase 2 Power Plant258 MW Natural Gas

Gas

Glow Energy Phase 2 Power Plant is a significant gas-fired power generation facility located in Thailand, contributing to the national energy supply with a capacity of 258 MW. Operated by GLOW Group, this plant was commissioned in 2007 and is situated at coordinates 12.6940° N, 101.1452° E. Utilizing advanced gas turbine technology, the Glow Energy Phase 2 Power Plant is designed for efficient electricity generation, enabling it to meet the growing energy demands of the region. The facility plays a critical role in the local grid, providing reliable power to both residential and industrial consumers. As Thailand continues to develop its energy policy framework, the plant represents a strategic asset in the country's efforts to diversify its energy sources and reduce carbon emissions. In the context of Thailand's commitment to increasing the share of renewable energy, the Glow Energy Phase 2 Power Plant exemplifies the transition towards more sustainable energy generation practices while ensuring energy security and reliability for the future.

Capacity
258 MW
Commissioning Year
2015

11 years old

Owner
GLOW Group
Location
12.6940°, 101.1452°

Thailand, Asia

Context & rankings
  • 80. largest of 293 plants in Thailand
  • #6,585 worldwide by installed capacity
  • #2,414 of 5,146 Natural Gas plants worldwide
  • 0.27% of the installed capacity of Thailand
Age & fleet comparison

11 years in operation

Natural Gas fleet average: 26.9 years

Operator portfolio

GLOW Group operates 7 plants totalling 2,965 MW

Regional density

38 plants within 100 km, 19,489 MW combined

Nearest plant: Map Ta Phut BKK power station (1.5 km)

Data provenance

Source: Glow Group

Location

Coordinates:: 12.694000, 101.145200
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Carbon Footprint490 g CO₂/kWh
Annual CO₂
498.3 Kt
1017 GWh/year × 490 g/kWh
Cumulative CO₂
5.48 Mt
Over 11 years of operation
Est. Retirement
2045
19 years remaining
Annual emissions equivalent to
108.3K
cars per year
66.4K
homes per year
22.7M
trees to offset

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
Thailand
Continent
Asia
Data Source
Global Power Plant Database

ThailandEnergy Profile

293
Total Plants
96.3 GW
Total Capacity
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