Overview
Poolbeg Combined Cycle is a 480 MW CCGT power plant in Dublin, Ireland, operated by ESBPG. It supplies electricity to the Irish grid using natural gas.
Poolbeg Combined Cycle is a natural gas-fired combined cycle gas turbine (CCGT) power plant located in Dublin, Ireland. With a capacity of 480 MW, it is a medium-to-large scale facility within the Irish power generation sector, contributing to the country's electricity supply. The plant operates under the regulatory framework of the European Union, including the Industrial Emissions Directive (2010/75/EU) and Best Available Techniques (BAT) conclusions for large combustion plants. CCGT technology is known for its higher efficiency and lower CO2 emissions compared to older coal or oil-fired plants, aligning with Ireland's transition to cleaner energy. As a key asset in the Dublin area, Poolbeg Combined Cycle supports grid stability and meets peak demand. Its proximity to the capital city underscores its role in powering a major urban and industrial region. The plant's gas-fired operation positions it as a transitional technology in Ireland's shift towards renewable energy sources.
Environmental context
The plant's gas-fired CCGT technology results in lower CO2, SOx, and NOx emissions per MWh compared to coal or oil plants. Located in Dublin, a densely populated urban area, its emissions are subject to strict EU air quality standards. The facility's age and technology level (CCGT) are typical of modern efficient plants, but its carbon footprint remains a consideration in Ireland's climate goals.
Frequently asked questions
Poolbeg Combined Cycle is located in Dublin, Ireland, at coordinates 53.3396, -6.1867.
It is a combined cycle gas turbine (CCGT) power plant, which uses natural gas to generate electricity efficiently.
The plant has a capacity of 480 megawatts (MW), making it a medium-to-large scale facility in Ireland.
As an EU-based plant, it must comply with the Industrial Emissions Directive (2010/75/EU) and Best Available Techniques (BAT) for large combustion plants, which set limits on emissions of SOx, NOx, and other pollutants.
The plant is owned and operated by ESBPG (Electricity Supply Board Power Generation), the state-owned electricity company in Ireland.