Overview
BASIN BRIDGE GT is a 120 MW gas power plant located in India. It is operational and contributes to the country's gas-based power generation capacity.
BASIN BRIDGE GT is a gas-fired power plant with a capacity of 120 megawatts (MW), located in India. The facility is operational and plays a role in the country's power generation mix, which includes a growing share of natural gas as a cleaner alternative to coal. The plant operates under India's regulatory framework for thermal power plants, which includes emission standards set by the Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change (MoEFCC) and the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB). Gas power plants like this one typically have lower emissions of sulfur dioxide (SO2) and particulate matter compared to coal plants, but still require compliance with nitrogen oxide (NOx) limits and other environmental norms. As a gas-based facility, BASIN BRIDGE GT contributes to grid stability and can be used for peaking power due to the flexibility of gas turbines. Its location in India supports the country's efforts to diversify its energy sources and reduce the carbon intensity of power generation.
Environmental context
The plant uses natural gas as fuel, which produces lower CO2 emissions per unit of electricity compared to coal or oil. However, gas combustion still emits CO2 and NOx, contributing to greenhouse gases and local air quality concerns. The facility's proximity to populated areas may require adherence to ambient air quality standards. India's regulatory framework for gas power plants includes emission limits and monitoring requirements to mitigate environmental impacts.
Frequently asked questions
BASIN BRIDGE GT is located in India, with coordinates approximately 13.1021° N, 80.2682° E.
BASIN BRIDGE GT has a capacity of 120 megawatts (MW), making it a medium-scale gas power plant.
BASIN BRIDGE 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), including limits on NOx, SO2, and particulate matter, as well as water discharge norms.
As a gas-based plant, BASIN BRIDGE GT provides flexible power generation that can be ramped up quickly to meet peak demand, supporting grid stability and integrating renewable energy sources.