Overview
GT CHP Rezhevskaya is an operational gas-fired combined heat and power plant in Russia, owned by JSC GTEnergo, with a capacity of 18 MW.
GT CHP Rezhevskaya is a gas-fired combined heat and power plant located in Russia, owned by JSC GTEnergo. The facility is operational and contributes to the local power grid with a capacity of 18 MW, placing it in the small-scale category for gas power plants. The plant operates on natural gas, a cleaner fossil fuel compared to coal, resulting in lower emissions of sulfur dioxide and particulates. In Russia, gas-fired power plants are subject to national emission standards and environmental regulations, which set limits on NOx and other pollutants. The technology used is likely a gas turbine combined cycle or simple cycle, typical for small to medium CHP plants. As a combined heat and power facility, GT CHP Rezhevskaya provides both electricity and thermal energy, improving overall efficiency and reducing fuel consumption. This dual-purpose operation supports local energy needs and contributes to energy security in the region. The plant's location in Russia's Sverdlovsk Oblast places it within an area with significant industrial activity and energy demand.
Environmental context
The plant uses natural gas, which produces lower CO2 emissions per MWh than coal or oil, but still contributes to greenhouse gas emissions. Its small capacity (18 MW) limits its overall environmental footprint. The facility's CHP design enhances efficiency, reducing fuel use and emissions compared to separate heat and power generation. Proximity to populated areas is typical for CHP plants, but specific local air quality impacts depend on stack height and dispersion conditions.
Frequently asked questions
GT CHP Rezhevskaya is located in Russia, near the town of Rezh in Sverdlovsk Oblast, at coordinates 57.3756 N, 61.4311 E.
The plant has a capacity of 18 MW, making it a small-scale gas-fired power plant.
The plant is owned by JSC GTEnergo, a Russian energy company.
Gas power plants in Russia must comply with national emission standards for pollutants such as NOx and SOx, as well as greenhouse gas reporting requirements. The plant's CHP design helps improve efficiency and reduce emissions.
As a combined heat and power facility, it supplies both electricity and thermal energy to the local area, enhancing energy efficiency and supporting regional energy needs.