Overview
Ikaalinen is a 6 MW gas power plant in Finland, owned by Leppäkosken Sähkö Oy. It is operational and contributes to the local energy grid.
Ikaalinen is a gas-fired power plant located in Ikaalinen, Finland. With a capacity of 6 MW, it is a small-scale facility within the Finnish power generation sector. The plant is owned by Leppäkosken Sähkö Oy and is currently operational. The plant operates on natural gas, a fuel with lower CO2 emissions compared to coal or oil. As a gas power plant, it likely uses internal combustion engines or gas turbines typical for its size. Finland's power generation is regulated under EU directives, including the Industrial Emissions Directive (2010/75/EU), which sets emission limits for SOx, NOx, and dust. The plant's small capacity may exempt it from some requirements, but it must comply with national standards. Ikaalinen serves the local community by providing electricity and potentially district heating. Its modest size allows it to integrate with renewable sources and provide flexible generation. The plant's role in the Finnish energy mix supports grid stability and energy security in the region.
Environmental context
The plant uses natural gas, which produces lower CO2, SOx, and NOx emissions than coal or oil. Its small capacity (6 MW) limits its overall environmental footprint. Located in a rural area of Finland, it is not near major population centers, reducing local air quality impacts. The facility operates under EU emissions regulations, including the Industrial Emissions Directive, which mandates best available techniques (BAT) for emission control.
Frequently asked questions
The Ikaalinen gas power plant is located in Ikaalinen, Finland, at coordinates 61.7695 N, 23.0658 E.
The Ikaalinen power plant has a capacity of 6 megawatts (MW), making it a small-scale gas-fired facility.
The Ikaalinen gas power plant is owned by Leppäkosken Sähkö Oy, a Finnish energy company.
Gas power plants in Finland must comply with the EU Industrial Emissions Directive (2010/75/EU), which sets emission limits for pollutants like SOx, NOx, and dust. National permits also enforce best available techniques (BAT) for environmental protection.
A 6 MW gas power plant has a relatively low environmental impact compared to larger fossil fuel plants. Natural gas combustion produces lower CO2, SOx, and NOx emissions. The small scale and rural location further reduce local air quality concerns.