Overview
Tomilino Power Center is a 23.5 MW gas-fired power plant in Tomilino, Russia, operated by ZAO NATEK Invest-Energo. It supplies electricity to the local grid.
Tomilino Power Center is a gas-fired power generation facility located in Tomilino, Russia, with a capacity of 23.5 MW. The plant is owned and operated by ZAO NATEK Invest-Energo and is currently operational. As a medium-scale gas power plant, it contributes to the regional energy supply. The plant utilizes natural gas as its primary fuel, a cleaner-burning fossil fuel compared to coal. In Russia, gas power plants are common due to abundant domestic gas reserves. The facility operates under Russian federal regulations for emissions and energy production, which set standards for air quality and efficiency. Tomilino Power Center plays a role in meeting local electricity demand in the Moscow region. Its relatively modest capacity suggests it may serve as a peaking plant or support local industrial or residential needs. The use of gas reduces its environmental footprint compared to coal-fired alternatives.
Environmental context
The plant's gas-fired technology results in lower CO2, SOx, and NOx emissions per MWh compared to coal plants. Its location in the Moscow region, a densely populated area, necessitates compliance with Russian air quality standards. The 23.5 MW capacity indicates a moderate scale, with environmental impact proportional to its output.
Frequently asked questions
Tomilino Power Center is located in Tomilino, Russia, at coordinates 55.645700, 37.924300.
Tomilino Power Center has a capacity of 23.5 MW, making it a medium-scale gas power plant.
Tomilino Power Center is owned and operated by ZAO NATEK Invest-Energo.
Gas power plants in Russia must comply with federal emission standards and energy regulations, including limits on air pollutants and efficiency requirements.
Gas power plants produce lower CO2, SOx, and NOx emissions than coal plants, but still contribute to greenhouse gas emissions. Their impact depends on capacity and operational practices.