Ballylumford B OCGT is a 116 MW gas-fired power plant located in Northern Ireland, United Kingdom, operated by AES. The plant was commissioned in 2010 and primarily utilizes natural gas for electricity generation. It ranks as the 65th largest gas plant in the United Kingdom. With 116 MW, it represents 0.21% of the country's total gas capacity of 54,234 MW. The UK has 87 gas plants with a combined capacity of 54,234 MW. Compared to the largest gas plant, Pembroke Power Station at 2,199 MW, Ballylumford B OCGT is about 5.3% the size. Gas plays a significant role in the UK's energy landscape, accounting for approximately 40% of the electricity generation. The Ballylumford plant's operation supports the transition to lower carbon energy sources in the region. It is located approximately 20 miles from Belfast in County Antrim.
26 years old
United Kingdom, Europe
Location
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
United Kingdom- Continent
- Europe
- Data Source
- Global Power Plant Database
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