Philippines

Therma South Coal Power Plant — 300 MW Coal

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Therma South Coal Power Plant is a 300 MW coal power plant located in Philippines. View location, capacity, and technical details.

Capacity
300 MW

Installed

Commissioned
2016

Year online

Owner
Therma South Inc.

Operator

Location
6.96, 125.48

Coordinates

Insights

#34
largest in %s
#1,851
largest %s worldwide
#6,026
largest worldwide
2016
%d yrs newer than avg
1
operated by %s
17
plants within 100 km

Technical Details

Fuel Type
Coal
Capacity
300 MW
Commissioned
2016
Status
Operational
Owner
Therma South Inc.
Country
Philippines
Coordinates
6.965, 125.481

Estimated Carbon Footprint

Annual CO₂
1.2M t

tonnes / year

Lifetime CO₂
47.4M t

over ~%d yrs

Intensity
820 g

gCO₂ per kWh

Annual emissions equal to

257,658
cars / year
158,030
homes / year
53.9M
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 Therma South Coal Power Plant, located in the Philippines, is a vital asset in the country’s energy generation landscape. Commissioned in 2016, this facility has a robust capacity of 300 MW and is operated by Therma South Inc. The plant utilizes advanced coal power technology, specifically designed to optimize efficiency while adhering to environmental standards. Situated at coordinates 6.9647, 125.4806, the plant plays a pivotal role in meeting the growing energy demands of the Mindanao region, where energy supply can be inconsistent. The operational context of Therma South is significant, as it contributes to the local grid stability and supports industrial growth in the area. The Philippine government has been actively pursuing a balanced energy policy that includes coal as a transitional fuel, alongside renewable sources, to ensure energy security and economic development. As a result, the Therma South Coal Power Plant is positioned strategically within the national energy mix, providing reliable power while the country transitions towards more sustainable energy solutions. The facility exemplifies the ongoing efforts to modernize the energy sector in the Philippines, ensuring that it can meet current demands while preparing for a greener future.

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