Rya Kraftvärmeverk is a 261 MW gas power plant located in Sweden. View location, capacity, and technical details.
Installed
Year online
Operator
Coordinates
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Technical Details
- Fuel Type
- Natural Gas
- Capacity
- 261 MW
- Commissioned
- 1996
- Status
- Operational
- Owner
- Vattenfall
- Country
- Sweden
- Coordinates
- 57.693, 11.891
Carbon Footprint
tonnes / year
over ~30 yrs
Est. gCO2/kWh
Annual emissions equivalent to
Indicative estimate from standard life-cycle emission and capacity factors — not a measured figure. Open calculator
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About this plant
Rya Kraftvärmeverk is a prominent power generation facility in Sweden, contributing significantly to the European energy landscape with its 261 MW capacity. Located at the coordinates 57.6926, 11.8905, this gas-fired power plant utilizes state-of-the-art technology to provide both electricity and heat, making it an integral part of the local energy grid. As Sweden continues to transition towards a more sustainable energy future, Rya Kraftvärmeverk plays a key role in balancing the energy mix, particularly as intermittent renewable sources gain prominence. The facility operates using natural gas, which is considered a cleaner alternative to coal and oil, aligning with Sweden’s ambitious climate goals. The operational context of Rya Kraftvärmeverk highlights its importance not only in providing reliable energy during peak demand but also in reducing carbon emissions as part of the country’s energy policy framework. The technology deployed here includes advanced gas turbines, recognized for their high efficiency and lower environmental impact, which enables the plant to respond promptly to fluctuations in energy demand. As part of Sweden’s commitment to sustainability, Rya Kraftvärmeverk exemplifies the shift towards cleaner energy generation while maintaining the reliability and robustness of the energy supply.
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