Overview
Kalisindh is a 1,200 MW coal-fired power plant in India. It is operational and contributes to the country's baseload power generation capacity.
Kalisindh is a coal-fired power plant located in India, with a capacity of 1,200 MW. This scale places it among medium-to-large coal power plants in the country, supporting regional electricity demand. The plant operates on coal as its primary fuel. In India, coal power plants are subject to emission standards under the Environment Protection Act and specific notifications for thermal power plants, including limits on particulate matter, SOx, and NOx. Many Indian coal plants of this era use subcritical technology. As a coal-fired facility, Kalisindh has a significant environmental footprint, including CO2 emissions and local air pollutants. Its location in a region with varying population density influences its local impact. The plant plays a key role in grid stability and power supply for the surrounding area.
Environmental context
Coal-fired power generation is associated with high CO2 emissions and local pollutants such as SOx, NOx, and particulate matter. The plant's proximity to populated areas could affect local air quality. India's regulatory framework for coal plants includes emission standards and environmental clearance requirements, though older plants may have less stringent controls.
Frequently asked questions
The Kalisindh coal power plant is located in India, with coordinates approximately 24.53° N, 76.10° E.
The Kalisindh power plant has a capacity of 1,200 megawatts (MW), making it a medium-to-large coal-fired facility.
The Kalisindh plant uses coal as its primary fuel for power generation.
Coal power plants in India must comply with emission standards under the Environment Protection Act, including limits on particulate matter, sulfur dioxide (SOx), and nitrogen oxides (NOx). New plants also require environmental clearance.
The Kalisindh power plant is currently operational.