South Korea

Yeongnam — 400 MW Coal

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Yeongnam is a 400 MW coal power plant located in South Korea. View location, capacity, and technical details.

Capacity
400 MW

Installed

Commissioned
1999

Year online

Owner
Korea Southern Power

Operator

Location
35.51, 129.38

Coordinates

Insights

#114
largest in South Korea
#1,708
largest Coal worldwide
#5,237
largest worldwide
1999
2 yrs newer than avg
13
operated by Korea Southern Power
32
plants within 100 km

Technical Details

Fuel Type
Coal
Capacity
400 MW
Commissioned
1999
Status
Operational
Owner
Korea Southern Power
Country
South Korea
Coordinates
35.514, 129.384

Estimated Carbon Footprint

Annual CO₂
1,580,304 t

tonnes / year

Lifetime CO₂
63,212,160 t

over ~40 yrs

Intensity
820 g

gCO₂ per kWh

Annual emissions equal to

343,544
cars / year
210,707
homes / year
71,832,000
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 Yeongnam power plant is a pivotal coal-fired power generation facility located in South Korea, specifically positioned at coordinates 35.5141, 129.3835. With a robust capacity of 400 MW, the plant plays a significant role in the national energy mix, contributing to South Korea’s energy security and stability. Operated by Korea Southern Power, Yeongnam utilizes advanced coal generation technology, making it a vital asset in the region’s power landscape. As South Korea continues to navigate its energy policies, which emphasize a balance between economic growth and environmental sustainability, the Yeongnam power plant stands as a key player in supporting the local grid and fulfilling the energy demands of surrounding communities. The significance of coal power in South Korea has been highlighted in recent years as the country seeks to diversify its energy sources while still relying on coal to meet immediate energy needs. This facility not only provides essential electricity to the region but also represents the ongoing challenges that South Korea faces in transitioning to cleaner energy sources.

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