Overview
Jaypee Bela Cement is a 63.5 MW coal power plant in India, operated by Jaypee Ltd. It is an operational facility contributing to the country's power generation mix.
Jaypee Bela Cement is a coal-fired power plant located in India, with a capacity of 63.5 MW. The plant is owned and operated by Jaypee Ltd (JCCL) and is currently operational. As a coal-based facility, it plays a role in India's energy landscape, which relies heavily on coal for electricity generation. India's power sector is governed by national emission standards and environmental regulations, including the Environment Protection Act and Central Pollution Control Board guidelines. Coal plants in India typically use subcritical or supercritical technology, with older plants often having higher emissions. The plant's capacity of 63.5 MW places it in the small-to-medium scale category for coal power. The facility's environmental context involves CO2, SOx, and NOx emissions typical of coal combustion. Proximity to populated areas and local air quality considerations are relevant. The plant's age and technology specifics are not detailed, but it operates under India's regulatory framework for thermal power plants.
Environmental context
As a coal power plant, Jaypee Bela Cement contributes to local air emissions including CO2, SOx, and NOx. The plant's location in India, a country with significant coal dependence, means it operates under national emission standards. The 63.5 MW capacity suggests a moderate environmental footprint, with potential impacts on local air quality and water usage for cooling.
Frequently asked questions
Jaypee Bela Cement is located in India, with coordinates 24.5286 N, 81.1698 E.
The plant has a capacity of 63.5 MW, making it a small-to-medium scale coal power plant.
The plant is owned and operated by Jaypee Ltd (JCCL).
Coal power plants in India must comply with the Environment Protection Act and Central Pollution Control Board standards, including emission limits for SOx, NOx, and particulate matter.
The primary fuel is coal, which is typical for many power plants in India.