PLTU NAD-Nagan Raya Coal Power Plant, Nagan Raya, Indonesia

PLTU NAD-Nagan Raya is a coal-fired power plant situated in Nagan Raya, Aceh, Indonesia. With a capacity of 220 MW, it is a medium-scale facility within Indonesia's coal power generation sector. The plant is owned by PLN, the state-owned electricity company, and was built by Sinohydro Co. Ltd. It is currently operational and plays a role in supplying electricity to the Aceh region. The plant operates on coal as its primary fuel, a common choice in Indonesia due to abundant domestic coal reserves. Indonesia's power generation sector is regulated under national emission standards, and coal plants like this one are subject to environmental oversight. Environmental considerations for coal plants include CO2 emissions, as well as SOx and NOx pollutants. The plant's location in Nagan Raya, a relatively rural area, may reduce direct population exposure, but regional air quality impacts remain a concern. The facility supports local energy needs and grid stability, contributing to Indonesia's electrification goals.

Coal power plants like PLTU NAD-Nagan Raya emit CO2, SOx, NOx, and particulate matter, contributing to local and global environmental impacts. The plant's location in a rural area of Aceh may limit immediate population exposure, but emissions can affect regional air quality. Indonesia's regulatory framework includes national emission standards for coal plants, though enforcement and monitoring vary. The facility's 220 MW capacity places it in a medium-scale category, with typical coal plant efficiency and emission profiles.