Overview
GuD Tiefstack is a 127 MW gas power plant in Hamburg, Germany, owned by Vattenfall Europe Wärme. It operates under the EU Industrial Emissions Directive and BAT conclusions.
GuD Tiefstack is a gas-fired power plant located in Hamburg, Germany, with a capacity of 127 MW. The facility is owned by Vattenfall Europe Wärme Aktiengesellschaft and is currently operational. As a combined-cycle gas turbine (CCGT) plant, it represents a medium-scale installation in the German power generation sector. The plant operates under the European Union's Industrial Emissions Directive (2010/75/EU), which mandates the use of Best Available Techniques (BAT) to minimize emissions. Germany's Energiewende policy further influences operations, promoting efficiency and integration with renewable sources. The 127 MW capacity places it in the medium-scale range for gas plants in the region. GuD Tiefstack plays a role in Hamburg's district heating network, providing both electricity and heat. Its gas-fired technology offers flexibility to balance intermittent renewables, contributing to grid stability. The plant's location in an urban area underscores the importance of stringent emission controls to protect local air quality.
Environmental context
The plant's gas fuel type results in lower CO2, SOx, and NOx emissions compared to coal or oil, but still contributes to greenhouse gas emissions. Its location in Hamburg, a densely populated city, requires compliance with strict EU air quality standards. The 127 MW capacity and CCGT technology offer higher efficiency than older subcritical plants, reducing fuel consumption per MWh. Proximity to residential areas necessitates advanced emission control systems.
Frequently asked questions
GuD Tiefstack is located in Hamburg, Germany, at coordinates 53.5267° N, 10.0658° E.
GuD Tiefstack is a gas-fired power plant, specifically a combined-cycle gas turbine (CCGT) plant, with a capacity of 127 MW.
GuD Tiefstack is owned by Vattenfall Europe Wärme Aktiengesellschaft, a subsidiary of the Swedish energy company Vattenfall.
As a German power plant, GuD Tiefstack must comply with the EU Industrial Emissions Directive (2010/75/EU) and Best Available Techniques (BAT) conclusions for large combustion plants.
Gas power plants like GuD Tiefstack provide flexible backup for intermittent renewable sources such as wind and solar, supporting grid stability during the Energiewende.