Kyiv Pumped Storage Power Plant— 235.5 MW Hydroelectric
Located in Ukraine, the Kyiv Pumped Storage Power Plant is ranked 74th among the country's 158 power generation facilities, with a capacity of 235.5 MW. This facility is a vital component of Ukraine's energy infrastructure, which has a total capacity of 128,524 MW, predominantly fueled by coal. With just 0.18% of the national capacity, its size might seem modest; however, its strategic importance cannot be understated, particularly amidst the challenges facing Ukraine's energy sector. Utilizing advanced pumped storage technology, the Kyiv plant helps balance supply and demand by storing energy during low demand periods and releasing it when needed, thus playing a crucial role in grid stability. The plant is surrounded by several significant facilities within a 50 km radius, including the Kiev CHP-5, a gas plant with a substantial capacity of 1,200 MW, and the Kyiv Hydroelectric Power Plant, which has a capacity of 408.5 MW. This clustering of diverse energy sources highlights the interconnectedness of Ukraine's energy landscape, where hydro, gas, and coal plants work in tandem to meet the needs of the grid. The Kyiv Pumped Storage Power Plant's contribution is essential not only for local energy security but also for enhancing the overall resilience of the national grid. As Ukraine continues to navigate its energy challenges, the role of facilities like the Kyiv Pumped Storage Power Plant will be pivotal in transitioning towards a more reliable and diversified energy future.
42 years old
Ukraine, Europe
- 74. largest of 158 plants in Ukraine
- #6,902 worldwide by installed capacity
- #1,329 of 8,493 Hydroelectric plants worldwide
- 0.18% of the installed capacity of Ukraine
42 years in operation
Hydroelectric fleet average: 42.1 years
Ukrhydroenergo operates 18 plants totalling 8,293 MW
11 plants within 100 km, 8,809 MW combined
Source: Wikidata
Location
Zero Direct Emissions
Kyiv Pumped Storage Power Plant is a hydro power plant producing approximately 825 GWh of clean electricity per year with zero direct CO₂ emissions during operation.
Lifecycle emissions: ~24 g CO₂/kWh (manufacturing, transport, decommissioning)
Technical Details
- Primary Fuel Type
- Hydro
- Energy Source
- Renewable
- Country
Ukraine- Continent
- Europe
- Data Source
- Global Power Plant Database
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