Overview
Keban Agung power station is a 270 MW coal-fired power plant in Indonesia, operated by PT Primanaya Energi. It contributes to the national grid's baseload capacity.
Keban Agung power station is a coal-fired power generation facility located in Indonesia, with an operational capacity of 270 megawatts (MW). The plant is owned and operated by PT Primanaya Energi and is currently in operational status. As a coal-based facility, it plays a role in Indonesia's energy mix, which relies heavily on fossil fuels for electricity generation. The plant operates under Indonesia's national environmental regulations, which include emission standards for coal-fired power plants. The 270 MW capacity places it in the medium-scale range for Indonesian coal plants. Typical technology for such facilities includes subcritical or supercritical boilers, though specific details for this plant are not confirmed. Keban Agung power station supports the local and regional power grid, providing baseload electricity. Its location in Indonesia, a country with growing energy demand, underscores its importance in meeting industrial and residential needs. The plant's environmental footprint is managed through regulatory compliance, though coal generation inherently involves CO2 and other emissions.
Environmental context
The plant's coal fuel source results in significant CO2, SOx, and NOx emissions, typical for this sector. Its location in Indonesia, a country with tropical climate and high biodiversity, means emissions can affect local air quality and ecosystems. Proximity to populated areas may increase health risks from pollutants. The plant's age and technology (likely subcritical) influence its efficiency and emission intensity.
Frequently asked questions
Keban Agung power station is located in Indonesia, with coordinates approximately 3.75°S, 103.65°E.
The plant has a capacity of 270 megawatts (MW), making it a medium-scale coal-fired power station.
The plant is owned by PT Primanaya Energi, an Indonesian energy company.
Coal power plants in Indonesia must comply with national emission standards set by the Ministry of Environment and Forestry, including limits on SOx, NOx, and particulate matter.
Coal power generation produces CO2, SOx, NOx, and particulate emissions, contributing to air pollution and climate change. Modern plants use technologies like flue gas desulfurization to reduce impacts.