Overview
KUNDARKI TPP is a 90 MW coal power plant located in India. The facility is operational and contributes to the regional power grid.
KUNDARKI TPP is a coal-fired power generation facility with a capacity of 90 megawatts, located in India. The plant is operational and serves as a medium-scale power source within the country's extensive coal power fleet. The plant operates under India's environmental regulations, including the Environment Protection Act and emission standards for thermal power plants. Coal power plants in India typically use subcritical or supercritical technology, with older plants often having higher emissions per megawatt. As a coal-based facility, KUNDARKI TPP contributes to the local energy supply but also has a significant carbon footprint. Its location in a region with growing electricity demand underscores its role in supporting industrial and residential needs.
Environmental context
Coal power plants like KUNDARKI TPP are significant sources of CO2, SOx, and NOx emissions. The plant's 90 MW capacity places it in the small-to-medium range for Indian coal plants. Proximity to populated areas may raise local air quality concerns, though specific impacts depend on stack height and pollution control equipment.
Frequently asked questions
KUNDARKI TPP is located in India at coordinates 27.0786 N, 82.0841 E.
KUNDARKI TPP has a capacity of 90 megawatts (MW), making it a medium-scale coal power plant.
KUNDARKI TPP uses coal as its primary fuel, which is common for power generation in India.
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.
KUNDARKI TPP supplies electricity to the regional grid, supporting local industrial and residential energy needs.