Overview
Kursk TPP-4 is a 4.8 MW gas power plant in Russia, operated by PJSC Quadra - Power Generation. It provides local electricity generation in the Kursk region.
Kursk TPP-4 is a natural gas-fired power plant located in Kursk, Russia. With a capacity of 4.8 MW, it is a small-scale facility within the Russian power generation sector. The plant is owned and operated by PJSC Quadra - Power Generation, a major energy company in Russia. The plant operates under Russian federal regulations for power generation, including emission standards for SOx, NOx, and CO2. As a gas-fired plant, it benefits from lower emissions compared to coal-fired facilities, aligning with modern environmental standards. The technology is likely based on gas turbine or combined cycle configuration, typical for small-scale gas plants. Kursk TPP-4 contributes to the regional energy grid, supporting local industrial and residential electricity needs. Its small capacity makes it suitable for distributed generation, enhancing grid stability in the Kursk area. The plant's operational status indicates ongoing contribution to Russia's energy mix.
Environmental context
The plant uses natural gas, which produces lower CO2, SOx, and NOx emissions compared to coal or oil. Its small capacity (4.8 MW) limits its overall environmental footprint. Located in Kursk, a city with moderate population density, the plant's emissions are subject to Russian air quality regulations. Gas plants typically have higher efficiency and lower emissions than older coal units.
Frequently asked questions
Kursk TPP-4 is located in Kursk, Russia, at coordinates 51.730800 N, 36.198500 E.
Kursk TPP-4 has a capacity of 4.8 MW, making it a small-scale gas power plant.
Kursk TPP-4 is owned and operated by PJSC Quadra - Power Generation, a Russian energy company.
Gas power plants in Russia must comply with federal emission standards for pollutants like SOx, NOx, and CO2, as well as safety and operational regulations set by the Ministry of Energy.
As a gas-fired plant, Kursk TPP-4 produces lower emissions than coal plants. Its small capacity limits its environmental footprint, and it operates under Russian air quality regulations.