Overview
Wilhelmshaven (Oil) is a 56 MW diesel power plant in Wilhelmshaven, Germany, owned by E.ON Kraftwerke GmbH. It operates on oil fuel and is part of the country's power generation mix.
Wilhelmshaven (Oil) is a diesel power plant located in Wilhelmshaven, Germany, with a capacity of 56 MW. Owned by E.ON Kraftwerke GmbH, the facility is operational and contributes to the regional energy supply. As a medium-scale oil-fired plant, it plays a role in Germany's diversified power generation portfolio. The plant operates under the European Union's Industrial Emissions Directive (2010/75/EU), which sets emission limits for SOx, NOx, and particulate matter. Best Available Techniques (BAT) conclusions for large combustion plants apply, requiring modern pollution control measures. Oil-fired plants like this one typically have higher CO2 emissions per MWh compared to natural gas or renewables, but they provide dispatchable power to balance intermittent sources. Located in the port city of Wilhelmshaven, the plant supports local grid stability and industrial energy needs. Its relatively modest capacity makes it suitable for peaking or backup power. The facility's environmental impact is managed through EU regulatory compliance, and its operation aligns with Germany's energy transition goals by providing flexible generation.
Environmental context
The plant uses oil as fuel, which results in higher CO2, SOx, and NOx emissions per unit of electricity compared to natural gas or renewable sources. Its location in an industrial port area may affect local air quality, but EU regulations under the Industrial Emissions Directive require the application of Best Available Techniques to minimize emissions. The plant's 56 MW capacity places it in the medium-scale category, and its operational status suggests it meets current environmental standards.
Frequently asked questions
Wilhelmshaven (Oil) is located in Wilhelmshaven, Germany, at coordinates 53.565800 N, 8.146200 E.
The plant has a capacity of 56 megawatts (MW), making it a medium-scale diesel power plant.
The plant is owned by E.ON Kraftwerke GmbH, a major German energy company.
Diesel power plants in Germany must comply with the EU Industrial Emissions Directive (2010/75/EU) and Best Available Techniques (BAT) conclusions for large combustion plants, which set strict limits on SOx, NOx, and particulate emissions.
Oil-fired plants like Wilhelmshaven (Oil) provide flexible, dispatchable power to balance intermittent renewable sources, though they are used less frequently due to higher emissions and fuel costs.