Overview
Akrimota LIG is a 250 MW coal power plant located in Gujarat, India. It is operational and contributes to the region's power generation capacity.
Akrimota LIG is a coal-fired power plant located in Gujarat, India, with a capacity of 250 megawatts. The plant is operational and plays a role in meeting the energy demands of the region. As a coal-based facility, it is part of India's diverse power generation mix, which includes a significant share of thermal power. The plant operates under India's environmental regulations, including the Environment Protection Act and emission standards for coal-fired power plants. The technology employed is typical for a plant of this size, likely using subcritical or supercritical boiler technology. India's coal power plants are subject to increasingly stringent norms for emissions of particulate matter, SOx, and NOx. Akrimota LIG's location in Gujarat, a state with a growing industrial base, underscores its importance in supporting local economic activities. The plant's capacity of 250 MW places it in the medium-scale category for coal power plants in India. Its operational status ensures continued contribution to grid stability and energy security in the region.
Environmental context
The plant's coal-based fuel source results in CO2, SOx, and NOx emissions, which are regulated under India's environmental laws. Its location in Gujarat, a region with significant industrial activity, means that emissions may impact local air quality. The plant's age and technology (subcritical or supercritical) influence its efficiency and emission intensity. Proximity to populated areas could be a factor in assessing local environmental impact.
Frequently asked questions
Akrimota LIG is located in Gujarat, India, at coordinates 23.7689 N, 68.6447 E.
Akrimota LIG has a capacity of 250 megawatts (MW), making it a medium-scale coal power plant.
Akrimota LIG is a coal-fired power plant, using coal as its primary fuel source.
Coal power plants in India must comply with the Environment Protection Act and emission standards for particulate matter, SOx, and NOx, as set by the Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change.
Akrimota LIG contributes 250 MW to the grid, supporting energy security and industrial growth in Gujarat and the surrounding region.