Romania

TPP Brazi — 220 MW Natural Gas

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TPP Brazi is a 220 MW gas power plant located in Romania. View location, capacity, and technical details.

Capacity
220 MW

Installed

Commissioned
2007

Year online

Owner
Electrica S.A.

Operator

Location
44.88, 26.00

Coordinates

Insights

#26
largest in Romania
#2,575
largest Natural Gas worldwide
#7,071
largest worldwide
2007
8 yrs newer than avg
6
operated by Electrica S.A.
30
plants within 100 km

Technical Details

Fuel Type
Natural Gas
Capacity
220 MW
Commissioned
2007
Status
Operational
Owner
Electrica S.A.
Country
Romania
Coordinates
44.880, 25.999

Estimated Carbon Footprint

Annual CO₂
424,948 t

tonnes / year

Lifetime CO₂
12,748,428 t

over ~30 yrs

Intensity
490 g

gCO₂ per kWh

Annual emissions equal to

92,380
cars / year
56,660
homes / year
19,315,800
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 Brazi ranks as the 26th largest power generation facility in Romania, with a capacity of 220 MW, contributing 1.09% to the country’s total energy output of 20,173 MW. As a gas-fired plant commissioned in 2007, TPP Brazi is positioned strategically within a region characterized by a diverse energy mix, particularly dominated by coal. Its ranking as the 11th largest gas plant among 13 in Romania emphasizes the facility’s role in a market where coal remains the primary energy source. The plant’s technology enables efficient gas combustion, producing both electricity and thermal energy, which is essential for meeting the demands of nearby industrial operations. Located within 50 km of several other significant plants, TPP Brazi is surrounded by TPP CCCC Petrom Brazi, a larger gas facility with an 860 MW capacity. Additionally, the area features a growing solar presence with plants like Ariceştii (27 MW), Berceni I and II (10 MW each), and Ploiesti (9 MW), together showcasing a shift towards renewable energy sources. This diverse energy landscape illustrates the transition Romania is undertaking towards a more balanced energy profile. TPP Brazi, owned and operated by its parent company, plays a crucial role in this mix, particularly as the country seeks to reduce its carbon footprint while maintaining energy security. Looking ahead, TPP Brazi’s operational capabilities and its integration with both gas and emerging renewable technologies position it as a significant player in shaping Romania’s energy future, helping to ensure a stable and sustainable energy supply.

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