Shin-Incheon Combined Cycle Power Plant
One of the largest power plants in South Korea
Location
History & Background
Commissioned in 2012, Shin-Incheon Combined Cycle Power Plant is a gas power plant located in South Korea with an installed capacity of 1.8 GW. It is operated by Korea Western Power. By installed capacity, it ranks among the top 5 power plants in South Korea.
Why It Matters
Shin-Incheon Combined Cycle Power Plant provides flexible, dispatchable electricity to South Korea, with capacity to supply roughly 826,943 US-equivalent households per year. Combined-cycle gas plants emit roughly half the CO2 per kilowatt-hour of coal, which is why many countries are using gas as a "bridge fuel" during their energy transition.
Environmental Impact
Natural gas combined-cycle plants like Shin-Incheon Combined Cycle Power Plant emit roughly half the CO2 per unit of electricity that coal plants do, but they still emit substantial amounts—on the order of 3.9 million tonnes per year for a plant this size. Methane leakage from the upstream gas supply chain can also significantly affect the climate impact.
Fun Facts
- One of the 10 largest power plants in South Korea.
- Produces enough electricity to power roughly 826,943 US-equivalent households per year at typical capacity factor.
- Has been operating for 14 years.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much power does Shin-Incheon Combined Cycle Power Plant produce?▾
Shin-Incheon Combined Cycle Power Plant has an installed nameplate capacity of 1.8 GW. At typical capacity factors for gas plants (~55%), this produces enough electricity for approximately 826,943 US-equivalent households per year.
Where is Shin-Incheon Combined Cycle Power Plant located?▾
Shin-Incheon Combined Cycle Power Plant is located in South Korea at approximately 37.4500°, 126.6333°.
When was Shin-Incheon Combined Cycle Power Plant built?▾
Shin-Incheon Combined Cycle Power Plant was commissioned in 2012.
Who owns Shin-Incheon Combined Cycle Power Plant?▾
Shin-Incheon Combined Cycle Power Plant is owned and operated by Korea Western Power.
About Natural Gas Power
Natural gas power plants burn natural gas in a combustion turbine to generate electricity. They are more efficient and produce fewer emissions than coal plants, making them a popular choice for baseload and peaking power.
Other Natural Gas Power Plants in South Korea
| Name | Capacity | Owner |
|---|---|---|
| ⚡Incheon Combined Cycle Power Plant | 3.4 GW | Korea Western 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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