Overview
Tallawarra is a 460 MW gas-fired power plant in New South Wales, Australia, operated by TRUenergy. It plays a key role in the state's electricity grid.
Tallawarra is a gas-fired power plant located near Wollongong in New South Wales, Australia. With a capacity of 460 MW, it is a medium-to-large scale facility within the Australian power generation sector. The plant is owned and operated by TRUenergy, a major energy retailer in the country. The plant operates on natural gas, a fuel with lower carbon intensity compared to coal. It uses combined cycle gas turbine (CCGT) technology, which is typical for modern gas plants and offers higher efficiency. The facility is subject to Australian national and state environmental regulations, including the National Greenhouse and Energy Reporting Act and the NSW Protection of the Environment Operations Act. Tallawarra contributes to grid stability and supports the integration of renewable energy sources in the region. Its location near major load centers helps reduce transmission losses. The plant's operational status and technology align with Australia's transition towards cleaner energy generation.
Environmental context
The plant's use of natural gas results in lower CO2, SOx, and NOx emissions compared to coal-fired plants. Its proximity to populated areas in the Illawarra region necessitates compliance with local air quality standards. The facility's CCGT technology improves efficiency and reduces environmental impact per MWh generated.
Frequently asked questions
Tallawarra is located near Wollongong in New South Wales, Australia, at coordinates -34.522800, 150.808100.
Tallawarra is a gas-fired power plant using combined cycle gas turbine (CCGT) technology, with a capacity of 460 MW.
Tallawarra is owned and operated by TRUenergy, a major Australian energy company.
Gas power plants in Australia must comply with the National Greenhouse and Energy Reporting Act, state-level environmental protection acts, and air quality standards set by the National Environment Protection Council.
Tallawarra provides flexible generation capacity that supports grid stability and facilitates the integration of renewable energy sources like wind and solar.