Wayang Windu Geothermal Power Station
One of the largest power plants in Indonesia
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History & Background
Commissioned in 2000, Wayang Windu Geothermal Power Station is a geothermal power plant located in Indonesia with an installed capacity of 227 MW. It is operated by Star Energy. By installed capacity, it ranks among the top 5 power plants in Indonesia.
Why It Matters
Wayang Windu Geothermal Power Station taps the Earth's internal heat to produce reliable, low-emission electricity for Indonesia, supplying around 142,037 US-equivalent households per year. Geothermal plants run nearly continuously and have one of the smallest land footprints of any electricity source.
Environmental Impact
Geothermal plants like Wayang Windu Geothermal Power Station have very low CO2 emissions—often less than 5% of a coal-equivalent—and a tiny land footprint. They occasionally release dissolved hydrogen sulfide and other gases from the geothermal fluid, which are typically captured or controlled.
Fun Facts
- One of the 10 largest power plants in Indonesia.
- Produces enough electricity to power roughly 142,037 US-equivalent households per year at typical capacity factor.
- Has been operating for 26 years.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much power does Wayang Windu Geothermal Power Station produce?▾
Wayang Windu Geothermal Power Station has an installed nameplate capacity of 227 MW. At typical capacity factors for geothermal plants (~75%), this produces enough electricity for approximately 142,037 US-equivalent households per year.
Where is Wayang Windu Geothermal Power Station located?▾
Wayang Windu Geothermal Power Station is located in Indonesia at approximately -7.1667°, 107.6333°.
When was Wayang Windu Geothermal Power Station built?▾
Wayang Windu Geothermal Power Station was commissioned in 2000.
Who owns Wayang Windu Geothermal Power Station?▾
Wayang Windu Geothermal Power Station is owned and operated by Star Energy.
About Geothermal Power
Geothermal power plants use heat from the Earth's interior to generate steam and produce electricity. They provide reliable baseload power with minimal emissions and a small land footprint.
Other Power Plants in Indonesia
| Name | Type | Capacity |
|---|---|---|
| ⚡Suralaya Power Station | Coal | 4.0 GW |
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Data Sources
Power plant data is based on the Global Power Plant Database by World Resources Institute, in collaboration with Google, KTH Royal Institute of Technology, Enipedia, and the Global Energy Observatory.
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