Overview
TORREVALDALIGA South is a 1,488 MW gas-fired power plant in Italy, operated by Tirreno. It is a major gas power generation facility in the Lazio region.
TORREVALDALIGA South is a gas-fired power plant located near Civitavecchia, Italy, with a capacity of 1,488 MW. Operated by Tirreno, it is one of the larger gas power plants in the country, contributing significantly to Italy's electricity grid. The plant uses natural gas as its primary fuel, which offers lower emissions compared to coal but still requires stringent environmental controls. The facility operates under the European Union's Industrial Emissions Directive (2010/75/EU), which mandates the use of Best Available Techniques (BAT) to minimize pollutant emissions. As a gas plant, it benefits from higher efficiency and lower CO2, SOx, and NOx emissions per MWh compared to coal-fired plants. The 1,488 MW capacity places it in the large-scale category for gas power generation in Italy. Located on the Tyrrhenian coast, the plant's proximity to the sea allows for cooling water access, but also requires careful management of thermal discharge. It plays a key role in meeting regional electricity demand, particularly during peak periods. The plant's environmental performance is subject to continuous monitoring under Italian and EU regulations, ensuring compliance with emission limits and contributing to Italy's energy transition goals.
Environmental context
The plant's gas fuel type results in lower CO2, SOx, and NOx emissions compared to coal, but still contributes to greenhouse gas emissions. Its location near the coast and populated areas requires adherence to strict EU emission standards under the Industrial Emissions Directive. The use of combined cycle technology (typical for modern gas plants) improves efficiency and reduces environmental impact per unit of electricity generated.
Frequently asked questions
TORREVALDALIGA South is located near Civitavecchia, in the Lazio region of Italy, on the Tyrrhenian coast.
The plant has a capacity of 1,488 megawatts (MW), making it a large-scale gas-fired power plant.
The plant is operated by Tirreno, an Italian energy company.
Gas power plants in Italy must comply with the EU Industrial Emissions Directive (2010/75/EU), which requires the use of Best Available Techniques (BAT) to limit emissions of pollutants such as NOx and CO2.
As a 1,488 MW gas plant, it provides significant baseload and peak power to the Italian grid, supporting energy security and integration of renewables.