Overview
Braunkohlekraftwerk Lippendorf is an 875 MW coal power plant in Germany, operated by EnBW Energie Baden-Württemberg AG. It supplies electricity to the grid under stringent EU emissions regulations.
Braunkohlekraftwerk Lippendorf is a coal-fired power plant located in Lippendorf, Germany, with a capacity of 875 MW. It is owned by EnBW Energie Baden-Württemberg AG and is currently operational, contributing to Germany's power generation mix. The plant operates under the European Union's Industrial Emissions Directive (2010/75/EU), which mandates Best Available Techniques (BAT) for emission control. As a coal plant, it is subject to strict limits on SOx, NOx, and particulate matter, and participates in the EU Emissions Trading System (EU ETS) for CO2. As a large-scale coal facility, Braunkohlekraftwerk Lippendorf plays a significant role in Germany's energy transition, balancing intermittent renewables. Its location in Saxony places it within an industrial region, and its operations are closely monitored for environmental compliance.
Environmental context
The plant's coal combustion produces CO2, SOx, NOx, and particulate matter, impacting local air quality. Its location in a populated area of Saxony requires adherence to strict EU emission limits. The facility's age and technology (likely subcritical or supercritical) influence its efficiency and environmental footprint. Proximity to residential zones necessitates continuous monitoring and modern pollution controls.
Frequently asked questions
Braunkohlekraftwerk Lippendorf is located in Lippendorf, Saxony, Germany.
The plant has a capacity of 875 megawatts (MW).
The plant is owned by EnBW Energie Baden-Württemberg AG.
The plant must comply with the EU Industrial Emissions Directive (2010/75/EU) and Best Available Techniques (BAT) for emission control, as well as the EU Emissions Trading System (EU ETS) for CO2.
As a coal plant, it provides baseload power and grid stability, complementing renewable sources like wind and solar during Germany's energy transition (Energiewende).