Overview
India Power TPP (Haldia Hiranmaye) is a 300 MW coal power plant located in Haldia, India. It is an operational facility contributing to the region's power generation capacity.
India Power TPP (Haldia Hiranmaye) is a coal-fired power plant with a capacity of 300 megawatts, located in Haldia, India. The plant is operational and plays a role in meeting the electricity demand of the surrounding area. 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 national environmental regulations, including the Environment Protection Act and emission standards for coal-fired power plants. With a capacity of 300 MW, it falls into the medium-scale category for coal plants in India. The facility's location in Haldia, an industrial hub in West Bengal, means it supports local industrial and residential electricity needs. Its coal-based fuel source contributes to CO2 and other emissions, which are regulated under Indian standards. The plant's operational status ensures continued power supply to the grid, supporting economic activities in the region.
Environmental context
The plant's coal fuel source results in CO2, SOx, and NOx emissions, which are subject to Indian emission standards. Its location in an industrial area may affect local air quality, though specific impacts depend on pollution control measures. The 300 MW capacity indicates a moderate environmental footprint compared to larger coal plants.
Frequently asked questions
India Power TPP (Haldia Hiranmaye) is located in Haldia, West Bengal, India.
The plant has a capacity of 300 megawatts (MW).
It is a coal-fired power plant.
Coal power plants in India must comply with the Environment Protection Act and emission standards for SOx, NOx, and particulate matter, as well as water discharge norms.
As a 300 MW coal plant, it supplies electricity to the grid, supporting industrial and residential demand in the Haldia region.