Overview
Tor di Valle is a 223 MW gas-fired power plant in Rome, Italy, operated by GDF Suez. It supplies electricity to the Lazio region under EU regulatory frameworks.
Tor di Valle is a gas-fired power plant located in Rome, Italy, with a generating capacity of 223 megawatts. The facility is owned and operated by GDF Suez and is currently operational, contributing to the national grid and supporting the energy needs of the Lazio region. The plant operates on natural gas, a fuel that offers lower CO2 emissions compared to coal or oil. As a gas-fired facility, it aligns with Italy's energy transition goals and the European Union's Industrial Emissions Directive (2010/75/EU), which sets emission limits and promotes best available techniques (BAT) for large combustion plants. Tor di Valle plays a role in Italy's diversified power generation mix, which includes significant contributions from gas, hydro, and renewables. Its location near Rome allows it to serve a major urban and industrial area, supporting grid stability and local energy demand.
Environmental context
The plant's use of natural gas results in lower CO2, SOx, and NOx emissions per MWh compared to coal-fired plants. Its proximity to Rome, a densely populated area, necessitates compliance with stringent EU air quality standards. Modern gas plants typically employ combined-cycle technology for higher efficiency.
Frequently asked questions
Tor di Valle is located in Rome, Italy, in the Lazio region.
Tor di Valle is a gas-fired power plant with a capacity of 223 megawatts.
The plant is owned and operated by GDF Suez.
Gas power plants in Italy must comply with the EU Industrial Emissions Directive (2010/75/EU), which sets emission limits for SOx, NOx, and dust, and requires use of best available techniques (BAT).
Tor di Valle provides 223 MW of gas-fired power, supporting grid stability and meeting demand in the Rome area, complementing Italy's renewable and hydroelectric generation.