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AGARTALA GT Gas Power Plant, Agartala, India - 135 MW Capacity

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Overview

AGARTALA GT is a 135 MW gas-fired power plant located in Agartala, India. It is an operational facility contributing to the region's power generation capacity.

AGARTALA GT is a gas power plant situated in Agartala, India, with a capacity of 135 megawatts. As a gas-fired facility, it operates within India's growing natural gas infrastructure, supporting the country's energy diversification goals. The plant's technology and scale are typical for gas power generation in India, where combined cycle gas turbines (CCGT) are common for efficient power production. India's regulatory framework for thermal power plants includes emission standards under the Environment Protection Act and Central Pollution Control Board guidelines, which apply to facilities like AGARTALA GT. This facility plays a role in meeting local electricity demand in the Agartala region. Gas power plants generally have lower CO2 and pollutant emissions compared to coal plants, contributing to a relatively cleaner energy mix. The plant's operational status ensures continued grid support for the area.

Environmental context

As a gas-fired power plant, AGARTALA GT produces lower CO2, SOx, and NOx emissions compared to coal-fired plants. Its location in Agartala, a city in northeastern India, places it in a region with growing energy needs. The plant's capacity of 135 MW is moderate, and its technology likely includes combined cycle or open cycle gas turbines, which influence its environmental footprint. Proximity to populated areas may require adherence to local air quality standards.

Frequently asked questions

AGARTALA GT is located in Agartala, India, at coordinates 23.8712 N, 91.3602 E.

AGARTALA GT has a capacity of 135 megawatts (MW), making it a medium-scale gas power plant.

AGARTALA GT uses natural gas as its primary fuel, which is a cleaner-burning fossil fuel compared to coal.

Gas power plants in India must comply with emission standards set by the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB) under the Environment Protection Act, including limits on SOx, NOx, and particulate matter.

AGARTALA GT supplies electricity to the Agartala region, supporting local demand and grid stability as an operational gas-fired power plant.
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