EC Zgierz Coal Power Plant | Zgierz, Poland Power Generation Facility

EC Zgierz is a coal-fired power plant located in Zgierz, Poland, with a generating capacity of 39 MW. The facility is owned and operated by Polska Grupa Energetyczna SA, a major Polish energy group, and is currently in operational status. As a coal plant, it contributes to Poland's energy mix, which remains heavily reliant on coal for power generation. The plant operates under the regulatory framework of the European Union's Industrial Emissions Directive (2010/75/EU), which sets emission limits for SOx, NOx, and particulates. Best Available Techniques (BAT) conclusions for large combustion plants apply, requiring modern pollution control measures. Given its relatively small capacity of 39 MW, EC Zgierz is considered a small-scale coal plant, typical of older, subcritical technology common in Poland. EC Zgierz plays a role in local electricity supply and district heating, as combined heat and power (CHP) is common for such facilities in Poland. Its environmental impact is moderated by EU emissions standards, but coal combustion still results in significant CO2 emissions. The plant's location near Zgierz, a city in central Poland, means it operates in proximity to populated areas, necessitating compliance with local air quality regulations.

EC Zgierz, as a coal-fired plant, emits CO2, SOx, NOx, and particulate matter. Its 39 MW capacity places it in the small-scale category, often associated with older subcritical technology. Proximity to Zgierz requires adherence to EU air quality standards. The plant's operation contributes to Poland's coal-dependent energy profile, with emissions regulated under the EU Industrial Emissions Directive.