Overview
GHD is a 13.4 MW gas power plant in Bavaria, Germany, operated by GHD Bayernwerk Natur GmbH & Co. KG. It provides electricity to the local grid.
GHD is a gas-fired power plant located in Bavaria, Germany, with a capacity of 13.4 MW. It is owned and operated by GHD Bayernwerk Natur GmbH & Co. KG and is currently operational. The plant contributes to the regional energy supply in southern Germany. The facility operates under the European Union's Industrial Emissions Directive (2010/75/EU), which sets emission limits for large combustion plants. As a gas-fired plant, it benefits from lower CO2, SOx, and NOx emissions compared to coal-fired units. The capacity of 13.4 MW places it in the small-scale category for gas power generation. GHD plays a role in supporting grid stability and local electricity demand in Bavaria. Its gas-fired technology allows for flexible operation, complementing renewable energy sources like wind and solar. The plant's location in a rural area minimizes direct impact on densely populated zones.
Environmental context
The plant uses natural gas, which produces lower CO2 emissions per MWh than coal or oil. Its small capacity (13.4 MW) limits overall emissions. Located in rural Bavaria, the facility is not in close proximity to major population centers, reducing local air quality concerns. The plant must comply with EU emission standards under the Industrial Emissions Directive, including Best Available Techniques for NOx control.
Frequently asked questions
The GHD power plant is located in Bavaria, Germany, at coordinates 48.6403° N, 12.4634° E.
GHD is a gas-fired power plant with a capacity of 13.4 MW, using natural gas as its primary fuel.
The plant is owned and operated by GHD Bayernwerk Natur GmbH & Co. KG.
Gas power plants in Germany must comply with the EU Industrial Emissions Directive (2010/75/EU), which sets emission limits for SOx, NOx, and dust, and requires the use of Best Available Techniques.
With a capacity of 13.4 MW, GHD provides flexible electricity generation to support grid stability and meet local demand, complementing renewable energy sources.