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Na Duong110 MW Coal

Coal

Na Duong is a 110 MW coal-fired power plant located in Vietnam, operated by Vinacomin. The plant generates electricity from coal, contributing to the country's overall thermal power generation. Na Duong ranks as the 32nd largest coal plant in Vietnam. With 110 MW, it represents 0.52% of Vietnam'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, Na Duong is approximately one-tenth the size. Coal is a significant energy source in Vietnam, accounting for a large portion of the country's electricity generation. The reliance on coal aligns with Vietnam's energy strategy, which aims to support rapid industrial growth. The facility is situated in the northern part of the country, approximately 60 km from Hanoi.

Capacity
110 MW
Commissioning Year
2012

14 years old

Owner
Vinacomin
Location
21.6981°, 106.9760°

Vietnam, Asia

Location
Coordinates:: 21.698100, 106.976000
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Technical Details
Primary Fuel Type
Coal
Energy Source
Non-Renewable
Country
Vietnam
Continent
Asia
Data Source
Global Power Plant Database
VietnamEnergy Profile
326
Total Plants
78.7 GW
Total Capacity
HydroCoalGasNuclear
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Understanding Coal as a Power Generation Energy Source

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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