Astrakhanskaya GRES — 110 MW Natural Gas

Astrakhanskaya GRES is a 110 MW gas-fired power plant located in Russia, operated by OOO “LUKOIL-Astrakhanenergo”. This facility is part of the extensive network of gas plants in the country.

Ranked as the 181st largest gas plant in Russia, it contributes to the national gas capacity of 139,541 MW. With a capacity of 110 MW, it represents about 0.08% of the total gas generation capacity. Russia has 299 gas plants with a combined capacity of 139,541 MW. The largest gas plant, Surgutskaya GRES-2, has a capacity of 8,865 MW, making Astrakhanskaya GRES approximately one-eighty-first its size.

Gas is a significant component of Russia’s energy mix, supplying around 50% of the electricity generation. Astrakhanskaya GRES utilizes natural gas, which is plentiful in the region, supporting the country’s energy demands. The plant is located approximately 100 km northeast of Astrakhan in the Volga Federal District.