Talcher Super Thermal Power Station
3.0 GW coal power plant in India
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History & Background
Commissioned in 2003, Talcher Super Thermal Power Station is a coal power plant located in India with an installed capacity of 3.0 GW. It is operated by NTPC. By installed capacity, it ranks among the top 10 power plants in India.
Why It Matters
Talcher Super Thermal Power Station is one of the largest sources of dispatchable power in India, generating enough electricity for around 1.4 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
Talcher Super Thermal Power Station is among the most carbon-intensive forms of electricity generation. A plant of this size typically emits roughly 13.7 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
- One of the 10 largest power plants in India.
- Produces enough electricity to power roughly 1.4 million US-equivalent households per year at typical capacity factor.
- Has been operating for 23 years.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much power does Talcher Super Thermal Power Station produce?▾
Talcher Super Thermal Power Station has an installed nameplate capacity of 3.0 GW. At typical capacity factors for coal plants (~55%), this produces enough electricity for approximately 1.4 million US-equivalent households per year.
Where is Talcher Super Thermal Power Station located?▾
Talcher Super Thermal Power Station is located in India at approximately 20.9500°, 85.2333°.
When was Talcher Super Thermal Power Station built?▾
Talcher Super Thermal Power Station was commissioned in 2003.
Who owns Talcher Super Thermal Power Station?▾
Talcher Super Thermal Power Station is owned and operated by NTPC.
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 Coal Power Plants in India
| Name | Capacity | Owner |
|---|---|---|
| ⚡Vindhyachal Thermal Power Station | 4.8 GW | NTPC |
| ⚡Mundra Thermal Power Station | 4.6 GW | Adani Power |
| ⚡Mundra Tata Ultra Mega Power Project | 4.2 GW | Tata Power |
| ⚡Sasan Ultra Mega Power Project | 4.0 GW | Reliance Power |
| ⚡Tiroda Thermal Power Station | 3.3 GW | Adani Power |
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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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