Dandeli Mill Gas Power Plant - Karnataka, India | 20 MW Facility

Dandeli Mill is a gas-fired power generation facility located in Dandeli, Karnataka, India. With a capacity of 20 MW, it is a small-scale plant owned and operated by West Coast Paper Mills Ltd., primarily serving the energy demands of the paper mill operations. The plant operates on natural gas, a cleaner fossil fuel compared to coal, resulting in lower emissions of sulfur dioxide and particulate matter. As a captive power plant, it is integrated with the industrial processes of the paper mill, ensuring reliable electricity supply for manufacturing. The facility is operational and contributes to the local grid stability in the region. In the context of India's power sector, small gas-based plants like Dandeli Mill play a role in balancing renewable energy intermittency and providing peaking power. The plant's location in a forested area of Karnataka underscores the importance of managing emissions and water usage to minimize environmental impact. Its operation aligns with India's efforts to diversify its energy mix and reduce carbon intensity.

The Dandeli Mill gas power plant is situated in a region with significant ecological sensitivity, near the Dandeli Wildlife Sanctuary. Natural gas combustion produces lower CO2, SOx, and NOx compared to coal, but still contributes to greenhouse gas emissions. The plant's small capacity limits its overall environmental footprint, but proximity to populated areas and forests necessitates adherence to emission standards under India's Environment Protection Act and Central Pollution Control Board guidelines.