Overview
The CHP Plant of the Yurga Machine-Building Plant is a 91 MW coal-fired combined heat and power facility in Yurga, Russia. It provides electricity and heat to the local industrial complex and community.
The CHP Plant of the Yurga Machine-Building Plant is a coal-fired combined heat and power facility located in Yurga, Kemerovo Oblast, Russia. With a capacity of 91 MW, it is a medium-sized plant within the Russian power generation sector, serving both industrial and residential heating needs. The plant operates under Russian federal environmental regulations, including emission standards for SOx, NOx, and particulate matter. As a coal-fired facility, it utilizes conventional combustion technology typical of older Russian CHP plants. The plant's capacity places it in the lower-medium range for coal plants in Russia, where larger units often exceed 500 MW. Owned by OOO "Yurginsky Machine-Building Plant," this facility plays a key role in supporting local industry and district heating. Its proximity to the Yurga industrial zone underscores its importance for reliable power and heat supply. The plant's coal usage contributes to regional air quality considerations, though specific emission controls are not detailed.
Environmental context
The plant's coal combustion generates CO2, SOx, NOx, and particulate emissions, typical for coal-fired power generation. Located in an industrial area of Yurga, the facility's emissions may affect local air quality, particularly during winter heating demand. The plant's age and technology (likely subcritical) influence its efficiency and environmental footprint. Russian regulations set emission limits, but enforcement varies.
Frequently asked questions
The plant is located in Yurga, Kemerovo Oblast, Russia, at coordinates 55.7386 N, 84.9099 E.
The plant has a capacity of 91 MW, making it a medium-sized coal-fired combined heat and power facility.
The plant is owned by OOO "Yurginsky Machine-Building Plant", a Russian industrial company.
Coal power plants in Russia must comply with federal emission standards for SOx, NOx, and particulate matter, as well as requirements for waste management and water use.
The primary fuel is coal, which is commonly used in Russian CHP plants for both electricity and heat generation.