Overview
MUMBAI ONGC is a 75 MW gas power plant in Mumbai, India, operated by ONGC Gas Corp. It contributes to the region's power generation mix with natural gas as its primary fuel.
MUMBAI ONGC is a gas-fired power plant located in Mumbai, India, with a generating capacity of 75 megawatts (MW). Owned by ONGC Gas Corp, the facility is currently operational and plays a role in supplying electricity to the Mumbai metropolitan area. As a gas power plant, it represents a cleaner alternative to coal-fired generation in India's energy landscape. The plant operates on natural gas, a fuel that produces lower carbon dioxide and pollutant emissions compared to coal. With a capacity of 75 MW, it falls into the small-to-medium scale category for gas power plants in India. The facility is subject to India's environmental regulations, including emission standards set by the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB) and the Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change (MoEFCC). Located in a densely populated urban area, the plant's environmental impact is managed through adherence to local air quality standards. Its gas-fired technology helps reduce local air pollution compared to older coal plants. The facility supports grid stability and meets peak demand in Mumbai, contributing to the city's energy security.
Environmental context
The plant's use of natural gas results in lower emissions of sulfur dioxide (SO2), nitrogen oxides (NOx), and particulate matter compared to coal-fired plants. However, its location in a densely populated urban area necessitates strict compliance with ambient air quality standards. The facility's relatively small capacity (75 MW) limits its overall environmental footprint, but its operation contributes to local greenhouse gas emissions. India's regulatory framework, including the Environment Protection Act and emission norms for thermal power plants, governs its environmental performance.
Frequently asked questions
MUMBAI ONGC is located in Mumbai, India, at coordinates 18.9988 N, 72.8997 E.
MUMBAI ONGC has a generating capacity of 75 megawatts (MW), making it a small-to-medium scale gas power plant.
MUMBAI ONGC is owned by ONGC Gas Corp, a subsidiary of the Oil and Natural Gas Corporation (ONGC), a state-owned enterprise in India.
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 SO2, NOx, and particulate matter. They also follow the Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change (MoEFCC) guidelines for environmental clearance.
As a gas-fired plant, MUMBAI ONGC produces lower emissions than coal plants, but its urban location requires careful management of air quality. The facility contributes to local greenhouse gas emissions and is subject to ambient air quality standards.