EC Starachowice - 36 MW Coal Power Plant in Starachowice, Poland

EC Starachowice is a coal-fired power plant located in Starachowice, Poland, with a capacity of 36 MW. The facility is owned and operated by ZEC Starachowice and is currently operational, serving the local energy needs of the region. As a coal power plant, EC Starachowice operates under Poland's national energy regulations, which align with European Union directives such as the Industrial Emissions Directive (2010/75/EU). The plant's technology is typical for smaller-scale coal units in Poland, often using subcritical combustion. The 36 MW capacity places it in the small-scale category for power generation. The plant plays a role in the local energy mix, providing baseload power to the Starachowice area. While coal-fired generation has environmental implications, the facility contributes to energy security in the region. Its operational status ensures continued electricity supply for residential and industrial consumers.

The plant's coal combustion produces CO2, SOx, and NOx emissions, typical for this fuel type. Its location in Starachowice, a town in south-central Poland, means emissions may affect local air quality. The relatively small capacity (36 MW) limits its overall environmental footprint compared to larger coal plants, but the use of subcritical technology may result in lower efficiency and higher emissions per MWh.