Gusinoozyorskaya Coal Power Plant, Buryatia | Russia Power Generation

Gusinoozyorskaya is a coal-fired power plant located in the Republic of Buryatia, Russia, near Lake Gusinoye. With a capacity of 1,160 MW, it is a significant facility in the region's power generation sector. The plant is owned and operated by JSC INTER RAO-Electric Power Generation, a major Russian energy company. The plant operates on coal as its primary fuel, a common choice for base-load power generation in Russia. Coal plants of this scale typically use subcritical or supercritical steam turbines. Russia's power generation sector is regulated under national emission standards, and coal plants are subject to environmental oversight to manage emissions of CO2, SOx, NOx, and particulates. Gusinoozyorskaya plays a key role in supplying electricity to the Buryatia region and the broader Siberian grid. Its location near Lake Gusinoye requires careful environmental management to protect local water resources. The plant's operational status and capacity underscore its importance in meeting regional energy demand.

The plant's coal combustion releases CO2, SOx, NOx, and particulate matter, contributing to local and regional air quality concerns. Proximity to Lake Gusinoye necessitates strict water management to prevent thermal pollution and ash disposal impacts. The facility operates under Russian environmental regulations, which set emission limits and monitoring requirements for coal-fired power plants.