Belgium

RINGVAART STEG — 357 MW Natural Gas

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RINGVAART STEG is a 357 MW gas power plant located in Belgium. View location, capacity, and technical details.

Capacity
357 MW

Installed

Commissioned
1998

Year online

Owner
Electrabel

Operator

Location
51.10, 3.73

Coordinates

Insights

#11
largest in %s
#2,079
largest %s worldwide
#5,595
largest worldwide
1998
%d yrs older than avg
19
operated by %s
121
plants within 100 km

Technical Details

Fuel Type
Natural Gas
Capacity
357 MW
Commissioned
1998
Status
Operational
Owner
Electrabel
Country
Belgium
Coordinates
51.105, 3.726

Estimated Carbon Footprint

Annual CO₂
689,574 t

tonnes / year

Lifetime CO₂
20,687,222 t

over ~%d yrs

Intensity
490 g

gCO₂ per kWh

Annual emissions equal to

149,907
cars / year
91,943
homes / year
31,344,275
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

RINGVAART STEG, located in Belgium, is a gas-fired power generation facility that boasts a capacity of 357 MW. Commissioned in 1998, this power plant is situated at coordinates 51.1049, 3.7257, in an area that is integral to the Belgian energy landscape. As a part of the country’s energy portfolio, RINGVAART STEG plays a crucial role in ensuring a reliable electricity supply for both residential and industrial consumers. Utilizing advanced gas technology, this facility effectively generates electricity while minimizing emissions, aligning with Belgium’s environmental policies aimed at reducing carbon footprints. The operational flexibility of gas-fired plants like RINGVAART STEG allows for quick ramp-up capabilities, making them essential for balancing the grid, particularly when integrating variable renewable energy sources. Belgium’s commitment to energy diversification and sustainability is reflected in the importance of this plant, which not only contributes to the local grid but also supports the national strategy for a cleaner energy future. As the country navigates its energy transition, RINGVAART STEG remains a vital asset in maintaining energy security and facilitating economic growth.

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