Overview
Dornod power station is a 36 MW coal-fired power plant in Mongolia, operated by Central Energy System. It serves the Dornod region's electricity needs.
Dornod power station is a coal-fired power plant located in Dornod Province, Mongolia, with an installed capacity of 36 MW. Operated by Central Energy System, it is one of the smaller coal plants in the country, contributing to the regional power grid. As a coal power plant, Dornod operates using subcritical technology typical of older plants in Mongolia. The facility is subject to Mongolia's national emission standards, which are less stringent than those in developed economies. Coal combustion releases CO2, SOx, NOx, and particulate matter, with environmental impacts dependent on local controls. The plant plays a key role in supplying electricity to the Dornod region, supporting local communities and industries. Its relatively small capacity and remote location reduce population exposure, but coal use remains a significant environmental consideration.
Environmental context
The Dornod power station's coal combustion produces CO2, SOx, NOx, and particulate matter. Located in a sparsely populated area of eastern Mongolia, the plant's emissions may affect local air quality and contribute to regional pollution. The facility's age and subcritical technology likely result in lower efficiency and higher emissions per MWh compared to modern plants. Proximity to populated areas is limited, reducing direct health impacts.
Frequently asked questions
Dornod power station is located in Dornod Province, Mongolia, at coordinates 48.0793 N, 114.5550 E.
Dornod power station has an installed capacity of 36 megawatts (MW), making it a small-scale coal-fired power plant.
Dornod power station is operated by Central Energy System, the state-owned utility responsible for electricity generation in Mongolia.
Coal power plants in Mongolia must comply with national emission standards for air pollutants, including SOx, NOx, and particulate matter. However, regulations are less stringent than those in developed countries, and enforcement can vary.
Dornod power station is one of the smaller coal plants in Mongolia, with a capacity of 36 MW. Larger plants like the 700 MW Tavan Tolgoi power station serve the central grid. Dornod primarily supplies the eastern region.