Suralaya Power Station
The largest power plant in Indonesia
Location
History & Background
Commissioned in 1984, Suralaya Power Station is a coal power plant located in Indonesia with an installed capacity of 4.0 GW. It is operated by PLN. By installed capacity, it ranks among the top 5 power plants in Indonesia.
Why It Matters
Suralaya Power Station is one of the largest sources of dispatchable power in Indonesia, generating enough electricity for around 1.8 million US-equivalent households per year. Coal plants of this scale historically anchored national grids, but their high CO2 intensity makes them central targets in most decarbonization plans.
Environmental Impact
Suralaya Power Station is among the most carbon-intensive forms of electricity generation. A plant of this size typically emits roughly 18.4 million tonnes of CO2 per year, along with particulate matter, sulfur compounds, and trace heavy metals. Most national decarbonization plans include phasing plants like this out within the next two decades.
Fun Facts
- The largest power plant in Indonesia by installed capacity.
- Produces enough electricity to power roughly 1.8 million US-equivalent households per year at typical capacity factor.
- Has been operating for 42 years.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much power does Suralaya Power Station produce?▾
Suralaya Power Station has an installed nameplate capacity of 4.0 GW. At typical capacity factors for coal plants (~55%), this produces enough electricity for approximately 1.8 million US-equivalent households per year.
Where is Suralaya Power Station located?▾
Suralaya Power Station is located in Indonesia at approximately -5.9000°, 106.0000°.
When was Suralaya Power Station built?▾
Suralaya Power Station was commissioned in 1984.
Who owns Suralaya Power Station?▾
Suralaya Power Station is owned and operated by PLN.
About Coal Power
Coal power plants burn coal to produce steam, which drives turbines to generate electricity. While reliable and capable of producing large amounts of power, coal plants are significant sources of CO2 emissions and air pollution.
Other Power Plants in Indonesia
| Name | Type | Capacity |
|---|---|---|
| ⚡Wayang Windu Geothermal Power Station | Geothermal | 227 MW |
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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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