Romania

TPP Bucuresti Vest — 298 MW Natural Gas

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TPP Bucuresti Vest is a 298 MW gas power plant located in Romania. View location, capacity, and technical details.

Capacity
298 MW

Installed

Commissioned
1970

Year online

Owner
Electrica

Operator

Location
44.42, 25.98

Coordinates

Insights

#20
largest in Romania
#2,283
largest Natural Gas worldwide
#6,197
largest worldwide
1970
29 yrs older than avg
12
operated by Electrica
35
plants within 100 km

Technical Details

Fuel Type
Natural Gas
Capacity
298 MW
Commissioned
1970
Status
Operational
Owner
Electrica
Country
Romania
Coordinates
44.423, 25.979

Estimated Carbon Footprint

Annual CO₂
575,611 t

tonnes / year

Lifetime CO₂
17,268,325 t

over ~30 yrs

Intensity
490 g

gCO₂ per kWh

Annual emissions equal to

125,133
cars / year
76,748
homes / year
26,164,129
trees to offset

Indicative estimate from standard life-cycle emission and capacity factors — not a measured figure. Open calculator

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About this plant

TPP Bucuresti Vest is an important gas-fired power generation facility located in Romania, positioned at the coordinates 44.4233, 25.9790. With a capacity of 298 MW, this power plant contributes significantly to the energy mix of Romania, which has been increasingly focusing on diversifying its energy sources. While the specific operational details are not disclosed, the plant utilizes contemporary gas technology to produce electricity efficiently. As part of Romania’s commitment to enhancing its energy security and reducing reliance on coal, TPP Bucuresti Vest plays a critical role in the local grid, providing reliable and flexible power generation. The operational context of this facility reflects Romania’s alignment with European energy policies that promote cleaner energy sources and sustainability. The strategic importance of TPP Bucuresti Vest is evident in its ability to respond to fluctuating energy demands, thereby ensuring stability in the Romanian energy market. Through its contribution to the national grid, this power generation facility supports the broader goals of the Romanian government to transition towards a more sustainable and diversified energy landscape.

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