Cai Lan is a 39 MW oil-fired power plant in Vietnam, commissioned in 2010. Ranked #4 of 7 oil plants in Vietnam, it accounts for 4.26% of the country's total oil capacity of 915 MW. The largest oil plant in Vietnam is Hiep Phuoc at 375 MW, making Cai Lan 9.6 times smaller. Nearby plants include Nhà máy Nhiệt điện Quảng Ninh (1200 MW, Coal) and Hai Phong Thermal Power Station (1200 MW, Gas). The facility is located in Quang Ninh Province, approximately 100 km east of Hanoi.
11 years old
Vietnam, Asia
Location
Estimates based on Oil emission factor (650 g CO₂/kWh) and capacity factor (35%). Actual emissions may vary based on operating conditions, efficiency, and fuel quality.
Technical Details
- Primary Fuel Type
- Oil
- Energy Source
- Non-Renewable
- Country
Vietnam- Continent
- Asia
- Data Source
- Global Power Plant Database
Nearby Power Plants
An Overview of Oil as a Power Generation Energy Source
Oil power generation involves the combustion of oil to produce electricity. The process typically begins with the extraction and refining of crude oil, which is then burned in a power plant to create steam. This steam drives turbines connected to generators, converting thermal energy into electrical energy. Oil power plants can vary in design, including steam turbine plants, gas turbine plants, and combined cycle plants, which utilize both gas and steam turbines to enhance efficiency. As of now, there are 2,416 oil power plants worldwide, distributed across 108 countries, with a total installed capacity of 286.9 gigawatts (GW).
See Incorrect or Missing Data?
Help us improve our database by reporting any corrections or updates. Your contribution helps keep our global power plant data accurate and up-to-date.