Overview
Siersza is a 546 MW coal-fired power plant in Poland, operated by TAURON Wytwarzanie S.A. It is an operational facility contributing to the country's power generation mix.
Siersza is a coal-fired power plant located in Poland, with a capacity of 546 MW. The facility is owned and operated by TAURON Wytwarzanie S.A., a major energy company in the region. As a coal power plant, it plays a significant role in Poland's energy sector, which relies heavily on coal for electricity generation. The plant operates under Poland's national emission standards, which are aligned with the European Union's Industrial Emissions Directive (2010/75/EU). This regulatory framework requires the implementation of Best Available Techniques (BAT) to control emissions of SOx, NOx, and particulate matter. The 546 MW capacity places Siersza in the medium-to-large scale range for coal plants in Europe. Siersza's environmental impact is primarily associated with its coal fuel source, which results in CO2, SOx, and NOx emissions. The plant's location in Poland, a country with a dense coal power infrastructure, means it operates within a context of ongoing energy transition and regulatory pressure to reduce emissions. Its operational status indicates continued contribution to grid stability and local electricity supply.
Environmental context
The plant's coal fuel source results in significant CO2, SOx, and NOx emissions, typical for this technology. Its location in Poland, a country with high coal dependency, places it under scrutiny from EU climate policies. Its capacity suggests it is a significant local emitter.
Frequently asked questions
The Siersza power plant is located in Poland, with coordinates approximately 50.2083° N, 19.4617° E. It is operated by TAURON Wytwarzanie S.A.
The Siersza power plant has a capacity of 546 megawatts (MW), making it a medium-to-large scale coal-fired facility.
The Siersza power plant is owned and operated by TAURON Wytwarzanie S.A., a major Polish energy company.
Coal power plants in Poland must comply with the European Union's Industrial Emissions Directive (2010/75/EU), which mandates the use of Best Available Techniques (BAT) to control emissions of SOx, NOx, and particulate matter. National emission standards also apply.
As a coal-fired plant, Siersza emits CO2, SOx, and NOx, contributing to local and regional air pollution and greenhouse gas emissions. Its environmental impact is subject to EU and Polish regulations aimed at reducing emissions from such facilities.