Appin (Mine) Gas Power Plant | New South Wales, Australia

Appin (Mine) is a gas-fired power generation facility located in New South Wales, Australia. With a capacity of 55.6 MW, it falls within the small-to-medium scale range for gas power plants in the region. The plant is owned and operated by Energy Developments CSM (NSW) Pty Ltd and is currently operational. The facility operates under Australia's National Greenhouse and Energy Reporting (NGER) scheme and state-level environmental regulations. Gas power plants like Appin (Mine) typically use combined cycle or open cycle gas turbine technology, offering lower carbon intensity compared to coal-fired generation. The plant's capacity suggests it may serve as a peaking or intermediate load facility, supporting grid stability. As a gas-fired plant, Appin (Mine) contributes to Australia's energy mix with relatively lower emissions per MWh than coal. Its location in New South Wales places it within a region with diverse generation sources, including coal, hydro, and renewables. The plant's operational status ensures continued contribution to local electricity supply.

The plant's gas fuel type results in lower CO2, SOx, and NOx emissions compared to coal-fired plants, but still contributes to greenhouse gas emissions. Its location in New South Wales, a region with coal-dominated generation, means it offers a relatively cleaner alternative. The 55.6 MW capacity suggests a moderate environmental footprint, with potential impacts on local air quality depending on technology and emission controls.