Overview
HAZIRA-GSECL is a 351.43 MW gas power plant located in Hazira, India. It operates as a gas-fired facility contributing to the region's power generation capacity.
HAZIRA-GSECL is a gas power plant situated in Hazira, India, with a capacity of 351.43 megawatts. This operational facility plays a role in the country's energy mix, utilizing natural gas as its primary fuel source. The plant's location in the industrial region of Hazira supports local and regional electricity demands. As a gas-fired power plant, HAZIRA-GSECL operates under India's regulatory framework for emissions and environmental compliance. Gas power plants generally have lower carbon intensity compared to coal-fired units, aligning with India's efforts to diversify its power generation portfolio. The plant's capacity places it in the medium-scale range for gas power plants in India. The facility contributes to grid stability and energy security in the region. Its operational status ensures continued power supply to nearby industrial and residential areas. The use of natural gas as fuel reduces local air pollutant emissions relative to solid fuel alternatives, supporting broader environmental goals.
Environmental context
The plant's gas-fired technology results in lower CO2, SOx, and NOx emissions per MWh compared to coal plants. Its location in an industrial area may influence local air quality, but gas combustion produces fewer particulates. The facility's capacity of 351.43 MW indicates a moderate environmental footprint within the sector.
Frequently asked questions
HAZIRA-GSECL is located in Hazira, India, at coordinates 21.1652 N, 72.6613 E.
HAZIRA-GSECL is a gas power plant that uses natural gas as its primary fuel to generate electricity.
The plant has a capacity of 351.43 megawatts (MW), making it a medium-scale gas power facility.
Gas power plants in India must comply with the Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change (MoEFCC) emission standards, including limits for SOx, NOx, and particulate matter.
The plant supports grid stability and provides electricity to the Hazira region, contributing to India's diversified power generation mix with a cleaner fuel source.