Overview
SASAN UMPP is a 3,960 MW coal-fired power plant in India. It is one of the largest ultra-mega power projects in the country, supplying electricity to multiple states.
SASAN UMPP (Ultra Mega Power Project) is a coal-fired power generation facility located in the Sasan region of Madhya Pradesh, India. With a capacity of 3,960 MW, it ranks among the largest coal power plants in India and globally. The plant plays a critical role in meeting the energy demands of northern and central India. The plant operates under India's environmental regulations, including the Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change (MoEFCC) standards for emissions and water use. As a coal-based facility, it utilizes supercritical technology to improve efficiency and reduce emissions compared to older subcritical plants. The plant is equipped with flue gas desulfurization (FGD) systems to control SOx emissions. SASAN UMPP is a key asset in India's power grid, providing baseload electricity to several states. Its large capacity and strategic location support industrial and residential demand. The plant's environmental performance is subject to continuous monitoring under national air quality standards.
Environmental context
The plant is located in a region with moderate population density. Coal combustion produces CO2, SOx, NOx, and particulate matter. The facility uses supercritical technology and FGD to mitigate emissions. Proximity to coal mines reduces transport emissions. Water consumption for cooling is a concern in water-stressed areas.
Frequently asked questions
SASAN UMPP is located in the Sasan region of Madhya Pradesh, India, near the town of Singrauli.
SASAN UMPP has a total installed capacity of 3,960 megawatts (MW), making it one of the largest coal-fired power plants in India.
SASAN UMPP is operated by a consortium led by Reliance Power, part of the Reliance Group.
Coal power plants in India must comply with emission standards set by the Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change (MoEFCC), including limits on SOx, NOx, and particulate matter. Plants are also required to install flue gas desulfurization (FGD) systems and meet water consumption norms.
SASAN UMPP employs supercritical boiler technology, which operates at higher temperatures and pressures than subcritical plants, improving thermal efficiency and reducing CO2 emissions per unit of electricity generated.