France

Centrale électrique d’Arrighi — 254 MW Natural Gas

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Centrale électrique d’Arrighi is a 254 MW gas power plant located in France. View location, capacity, and technical details.

Capacity
254 MW

Installed

Commissioned
2005

Year online

Owner
Électricité de France

Operator

Location
48.79, 2.42

Coordinates

Insights

#84
largest in France
#2,424
largest Natural Gas worldwide
#6,614
largest worldwide
2005
6 yrs newer than avg
57
operated by Électricité de France
84
plants within 100 km

Technical Details

Fuel Type
Natural Gas
Capacity
254 MW
Commissioned
2005
Status
Operational
Owner
Électricité de France
Country
France
Coordinates
48.787, 2.418

Carbon Footprint

Annual CO₂
490,621 t

tonnes / year

Lifetime CO₂
14,718,640 t

over ~30 yrs

Intensity
490 g

Est. gCO2/kWh

Annual emissions equivalent to

106,657
cars per year
65,416
homes per year
22,300,969
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

Centrale électrique d’Arrighi is a significant gas-fired power generation facility located in France at the coordinates 48.7867, 2.4185. With a capacity of 254 MW, this power plant plays a crucial role in the French energy mix, contributing to the country’s electricity supply and enhancing grid stability. Operated by Électricité de France, the Centrale électrique d’Arrighi utilizes advanced gas turbine technology, which allows for efficient energy generation and reduced emissions compared to traditional fossil fuel power generation methods. The facility’s strategic location in France is pivotal, as it supports the local grid and helps meet the energy demands of surrounding communities and industries. The significance of this power plant is further underscored by France’s commitment to diversifying its energy sources and reducing greenhouse gas emissions. As part of the country’s broader energy policy, which emphasizes the transition towards cleaner energy and sustainability, the Centrale électrique d’Arrighi represents an essential component of France’s efforts to balance energy needs with environmental considerations. This facility’s operational excellence and dedication to efficiency make it a cornerstone of the energy landscape in France, ensuring that reliable power generation is maintained in an evolving energy market.

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