Overview
Novomoskovsk SDPS is a 233.7 MW gas-fired power plant in Russia, operated by PJSC Quadra - Power Generation. It supplies electricity to the Tula region grid.
Novomoskovsk SDPS (State District Power Station) is a gas-fired power generation facility located near Novomoskovsk, Tula Oblast, Russia. With a capacity of 233.7 MW, it operates as a medium-scale plant within the Russian power sector, which relies heavily on natural gas for electricity generation. The plant utilizes natural gas as its primary fuel, a common choice in Russia due to abundant domestic reserves. The facility operates under Russian federal regulations for emissions and grid reliability, overseen by the Ministry of Energy and environmental authorities. As part of PJSC Quadra - Power Generation's portfolio, Novomoskovsk SDPS contributes to regional energy security in the Tula region. Its location near industrial centers supports local economic activity, and its gas-fired operation results in lower CO2 and pollutant emissions compared to coal plants, aligning with Russia's gradual shift toward cleaner energy sources.
Environmental context
The plant's gas-fired operation produces lower sulfur dioxide (SOx) and particulate emissions compared to coal plants, but still emits carbon dioxide (CO2) and nitrogen oxides (NOx). Its location near Novomoskovsk, an industrial city, means emissions may affect local air quality. Russian regulations under the Federal Law on Environmental Protection set emission limits, though enforcement varies. The plant's moderate capacity and gas fuel reduce its overall environmental footprint relative to larger coal facilities.
Frequently asked questions
Novomoskovsk SDPS is located near Novomoskovsk, Tula Oblast, Russia, at coordinates 54.0864 N, 38.2375 E.
Novomoskovsk SDPS has a capacity of 233.7 megawatts (MW), making it a medium-scale gas power plant.
The plant is owned and operated by PJSC Quadra - Power Generation, a Russian power utility.
Novomoskovsk SDPS uses natural gas as its primary fuel, which is common in Russia due to abundant domestic gas reserves.
Gas power plants in Russia must comply with the Federal Law on Environmental Protection, which sets emission limits for pollutants like NOx and CO2. Plants may also need permits for air emissions and waste management.