Maritsa 3 power station — 120 MW Coal

Maritsa 3 power station is a 120 MW coal-fired power plant located in Bulgaria, operated by TEC Maritsa 3 AD since its commissioning in 1971. The facility is part of Bulgaria’s coal generation infrastructure.

Maritsa 3 ranks as the eighth largest coal plant in Bulgaria. With a capacity of 120 MW, it represents 2.47% of the country’s total coal capacity of 4,859 MW. Bulgaria has 11 coal plants with a combined capacity of 4,859 MW. Compared to the largest coal plant, Maritsa Itzok-2 at 1,602 MW, Maritsa 3 is about one-seventh the size.

Coal remains a significant source of energy in Bulgaria, contributing to the overall electricity generation mix. The country relies on coal for approximately 52% of its energy needs, which is crucial for maintaining energy security. Maritsa 3 is located roughly 250 km southeast of Sofia in the Thrace region.