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Esch-sur-Alzette CCGT Power Plant Luxembourg — 385 MW Natural Gas

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Esch-sur-Alzette CCGT Power Plant Luxembourg is a 385 MW gas power plant located in Luxembourg. View location, capacity, and technical details.

Capacity
385 MW

Installed

Commissioned
2010

Year online

Owner
Cegedel

Operator

Location
49.51, 5.96

Coordinates

Insights

#2
largest in %s
#1,995
largest %s worldwide
#5,410
largest worldwide
2010
%d yrs newer than avg
1
operated by %s
100
plants within 100 km

Technical Details

Fuel Type
Natural Gas
Capacity
385 MW
Commissioned
2010
Status
Operational
Owner
Cegedel
Country
LUX
Coordinates
49.512, 5.965

Estimated Carbon Footprint

Annual CO₂
743,658 t

tonnes / year

Lifetime CO₂
22,309,749 t

over ~%d yrs

Intensity
490 g

gCO₂ per kWh

Annual emissions equal to

161,665
cars / year
99,154
homes / year
33,802,650
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

The Esch-sur-Alzette CCGT Power Plant in Luxembourg is a modern gas-fired power generation facility that plays a crucial role in the country’s energy landscape. With a capacity of 385 MW, this combined cycle gas turbine (CCGT) plant utilizes advanced technology to achieve high efficiency and low emissions, aligning with Luxembourg’s commitment to sustainable energy production. Located at coordinates 49.5119 latitude and 5.9646 longitude, the Esch-sur-Alzette CCGT Power Plant is strategically positioned to serve the national grid, providing reliable energy generation that is essential for meeting the electricity demands of both residential and commercial consumers. The use of gas as the primary fuel type allows for rapid response to fluctuating energy demands, making this facility vital for maintaining grid stability. As Luxembourg seeks to diversify its energy sources and reduce its carbon footprint, the Esch-sur-Alzette CCGT Power Plant stands as a beacon of modern energy practices, supporting the nation’s transition towards cleaner energy while ensuring dependable power supply.

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