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Tha Tum Electricity Authority328 MW Coal

CoalVerified: Feb 2026

Located in Thailand, the การไฟฟ้าท่าตูม power plant plays a pivotal role in the country’s energy generation landscape. This coal-fired facility was commissioned in 1999 and has a significant capacity of 328 MW. The plant contributes to the national energy mix, particularly in meeting the growing demand for electricity in the region. As a coal power plant, it utilizes subcritical technology, which is a common method for converting coal into electric power, making it integral to Thailand's energy infrastructure. Situated at coordinates 13.9312, 101.5876, the facility is strategically positioned to supply energy to the local grid, ensuring reliability and stability in power distribution. In the context of Thailand's energy policy, the plant aligns with the country's efforts to enhance energy security while balancing the transition towards renewable energy sources. As Thailand continues to develop its economy, the การไฟฟ้าท่าตูม power plant remains a cornerstone of energy generation, supporting both residential and industrial needs in the region.

Capacity
328 MW
Commissioning Year
1999

27 years old

Owner
Electricity Generating Authority of Thailand
Location
13.9312°, 101.5876°

Thailand, Asia

Context & rankings
  • 66. largest of 293 plants in Thailand
  • #5,817 worldwide by installed capacity
  • #1,821 of 2,793 Coal plants worldwide
  • 0.34% of the installed capacity of Thailand
Age & fleet comparison

27 years in operation

Coal fleet average: 29.2 years

Operator portfolio

Electricity Generating Authority of Thailand operates 32 plants totalling 19,339 MW

Regional density

36 plants within 100 km, 18,315 MW combined

Nearest plant: Si Maha Phot II (7.3 km)

Data provenance

Location

Coordinates:: 13.931239, 101.587606
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Carbon Footprint820 g CO₂/kWh
Annual CO₂
1.30 Mt
1580 GWh/year × 820 g/kWh
Cumulative CO₂
34.99 Mt
Over 27 years of operation
Est. Retirement
2039
13 years remaining
Annual emissions equivalent to
281.7K
cars per year
172.8K
homes per year
58.9M
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
Thailand
Continent
Asia
Data Source
Global Power Plant Database

ThailandEnergy Profile

293
Total Plants
96.3 GW
Total Capacity
GasCoalHydroSolar
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