Overview
EC Dębieńsko-Megawat is a 16 MW gas power plant in Poland, operated by SWF Energia. It contributes to the country's gas-fired power generation capacity.
EC Dębieńsko-Megawat is a gas-fired power plant located in Poland, with a capacity of 16 MW. The plant is owned and operated by SWF Energia and is currently operational. It represents a small-scale gas power generation facility within the Polish energy sector. Gas power plants in Poland operate under the EU Industrial Emissions Directive (2010/75/EU), which sets emission limits for SOx, NOx, and other pollutants. Best Available Techniques (BAT) conclusions for large combustion plants apply, requiring modern emission control systems. The plant's small capacity suggests it may serve local or district heating needs. The facility plays a role in Poland's energy mix, which is transitioning from coal to lower-carbon sources. Gas plants like EC Dębieńsko-Megawat provide flexible generation to complement renewable energy sources. Its location in the Silesian region places it in an area with significant industrial activity and energy demand.
Environmental context
As a gas-fired plant, EC Dębieńsko-Megawat has a lower CO2 footprint compared to coal plants but still emits greenhouse gases. Its small capacity (16 MW) limits its overall environmental impact. The plant's location in the Silesian region, a densely populated and industrialized area, means it may contribute to local air quality concerns, though gas combustion produces fewer particulates and SOx than coal. Compliance with EU emission standards is required.
Frequently asked questions
EC Dębieńsko-Megawat is located in Poland, with coordinates 50.1576 N, 18.6505 E, in the Silesian region.
The plant has a capacity of 16 MW, making it a small-scale gas power plant.
The plant is owned and operated by SWF Energia.
Gas power plants in Poland must comply with the EU Industrial Emissions Directive (2010/75/EU) and Best Available Techniques (BAT) conclusions for large combustion plants, which set limits on SOx, NOx, and dust emissions.
Gas power plants provide flexible generation to support renewable energy sources, helping Poland reduce its reliance on coal while maintaining grid stability.