Overview
EC International Paper Kwidzyn is a 112 MW coal power plant in Poland, owned by International Paper. It supplies electricity and heat for industrial operations.
EC International Paper Kwidzyn is a coal-fired power plant located in Kwidzyn, Poland, with a capacity of 112 MW. Owned by International Paper, the facility is operational and serves the energy needs of the adjacent paper mill and the local grid. The plant operates under Poland's national emission standards, which align with the EU Industrial Emissions Directive (2010/75/EU). As a coal-fired facility, it employs subcritical technology typical for its age and scale. The plant's capacity places it in the small-to-medium range for Polish coal power plants. As a combined heat and power (CHP) facility, EC International Paper Kwidzyn plays a key role in providing reliable energy and heat to the industrial site and surrounding community. Its integration with the paper mill enhances overall energy efficiency and reduces transmission losses.
Environmental context
The plant's coal combustion produces CO2, SOx, and NOx emissions, contributing to local and regional air quality concerns. Its location in a populated area of northern Poland necessitates compliance with EU and national emission limits. The facility's age and technology may result in higher emission intensity compared to modern gas-fired plants.
Frequently asked questions
EC International Paper Kwidzyn is located in Kwidzyn, Poland, at coordinates 53.7002 N, 18.9210 E.
The plant has a capacity of 112 megawatts (MW), making it a small-to-medium sized coal power plant.
The plant is owned by International Paper, a global pulp and paper company.
Coal power plants in Poland must comply with the EU Industrial Emissions Directive (2010/75/EU), which sets emission limits for SOx, NOx, and dust, as well as national standards under Polish environmental law.
The plant uses coal-fired subcritical technology, typical for older power plants, and operates as a combined heat and power (CHP) facility.