An Khanh I is a 120 MW coal-fired power plant located in Vietnam, operated by An Khanh Electricity Jsc since its commissioning in 2015. This facility generates electricity from coal, contributing to Vietnam's thermal power generation capacity. It ranks as the 28th largest coal plant in Vietnam. With 120 MW, it represents 0.57% of the country's total coal capacity of 21,016 MW. Vietnam has 35 coal plants with a combined capacity of 21,016 MW. Compared to the largest coal plant, Nhà máy Nhiệt điện Duyên Hải 1 at 1,245 MW, An Khanh I is approximately 10% the size. Coal remains a major part of Vietnam's energy mix, providing about 30% of the country's electricity generation. The An Khanh I plant utilizes domestic coal resources, which are essential for meeting the growing energy demand in the region. It is situated approximately 40 km east of Hanoi in the northern part of the country.
11 years old
Vietnam, Asia
- Primary Fuel Type
- Coal
- Energy Source
- Non-Renewable
- Country
Vietnam- Continent
- Asia
- Data Source
- Global Power Plant Database
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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