Blagoveshchensk power station
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Blagoveshchensk power station (Благовещенская ТЭЦ) is an operating power station of at least 404-megawatts (MW) in Blagoveshchensk, Amur, Russia.
Location
Table 1: Project-level location details
| Plant name | Location | Coordinates (WGS 84) |
|---|---|---|
| Blagoveshchensk power station | Blagoveshchensk, Blagoveshchensk, Amur, Russia | 50.285781, 127.488796 (exact)[1] |
Unit-level coordinates (WGS 84):
- Unit 1, Unit 2, Unit 3, Unit 4: 50.285781, 127.488796
Project Details
Table 2: Unit-level details
| Unit name | Status | Fuel(s) | Capacity (MW) | Technology | CHP | Start year | Emergency/Backup |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Unit 1, timepoint 1 | Operating | coal: lignite[2][3] | 60[4] | subcritical | yes[3] | 1982 | no |
| Unit 1, timepoint 2 | Construction[5][6][3][7][8] | fossil gas: natural gas[3][5] | 60[4] | steam turbine[4] | yes[3] | 2030 (planned)[3] | no |
| Unit 2, timepoint 1 | Operating | coal: lignite[2][3] | 110[4] | subcritical | yes[3] | 1983 | no |
| Unit 2, timepoint 2 | Construction[5][6][3][7][8] | fossil gas: natural gas[3][5] | 110[4] | steam turbine[4] | yes[3] | 2030 (planned)[3] | no |
| Unit 3, timepoint 1 | Operating | coal: lignite[2][3] | 110[4] | subcritical | yes[3] | 1985 | no |
| Unit 3, timepoint 2 | Construction[5][6][3][7][8] | fossil gas: natural gas[3][5] | 110[4] | steam turbine[4] | yes[3] | 2030 (planned)[3] | no |
| Unit 4, timepoint 1 | Operating | coal: lignite[2][3] | 124[4] | subcritical | yes[3] | 2016 | no |
| Unit 4, timepoint 2 | Construction[5][6][3][7][8] | fossil gas: natural gas[3][5] | 124[4] | steam turbine[4] | yes[3] | 2030 (planned)[3] | no |
CHP is an abbreviation for Combined Heat and Power. It is a technology that produces electricity and thermal energy at high efficiencies. Coal units track this information in the Captive Use section when known.
Table 3: Unit-level ownership and operator details
| Unit name | Owner | Parent |
|---|---|---|
| Unit 1, timepoint 1 | Far Eastern Generating Company JSC [100%][4] | RusHydro PJSC [87.9%]; RAO ES Vostoka PJSC [12.1%] |
| Unit 1, timepoint 2 | Far Eastern Generating Company JSC [100%][4] | RusHydro PJSC [87.9%]; RAO ES Vostoka PJSC [12.1%] |
| Unit 2, timepoint 1 | Far Eastern Generating Company JSC [100%][4] | RusHydro PJSC [87.9%]; RAO ES Vostoka PJSC [12.1%] |
| Unit 2, timepoint 2 | Far Eastern Generating Company JSC [100%][4] | RusHydro PJSC [87.9%]; RAO ES Vostoka PJSC [12.1%] |
| Unit 3, timepoint 1 | Far Eastern Generating Company JSC [100%][4] | RusHydro PJSC [87.9%]; RAO ES Vostoka PJSC [12.1%] |
| Unit 3, timepoint 2 | Far Eastern Generating Company JSC [100%][4] | RusHydro PJSC [87.9%]; RAO ES Vostoka PJSC [12.1%] |
| Unit 4, timepoint 1 | Far Eastern Generating Company JSC [100%][4] | RusHydro PJSC [87.9%]; RAO ES Vostoka PJSC [12.1%] |
| Unit 4, timepoint 2 | Far Eastern Generating Company JSC [100%][4] | RusHydro PJSC [87.9%]; RAO ES Vostoka PJSC [12.1%] |
Unit-level fuel conversion details:
Unit 1: Conversion under construction from coal to fossil gas in 2030.
Unit 2: Conversion under construction from coal to fossil gas in 2030.
Unit 3: Conversion under construction from coal to fossil gas in 2030.
Unit 4: Conversion under construction from coal to fossil gas in 2030.
Project-level coal details
- Coal source(s): domestic
Ownership Tree
This ownership tree is part of the Global Energy Ownership Tracker, a project of Global Energy Monitor.
Background
The 404-MW power station is owned by Far Eastern Generating Company, a subsidiary RusHydro.[9]
The three old units of Blagoveshchensk power station were brought online between 1982 and 1985. Unit 1 has an output of 60 MW, and Units 2 and 3 are 110 MW each.[10][11] With the new unit with the final capacity of 124MW commissioned in 2016, the total capacity is 404MW.[12]
The power plant supplies heat to industrial and residential sectors in the city of Blagoveschensk.
In May 2020, the turbine at Unit #1 has undergone a scheduled overhaul to improve the reliability of the turbine unit.[13]
The plant generated 1,922 million kWh of electricity in 2020[14] and 1,971 million kWh in 2021[15], 2,079 million kWh in 2022[16], 2,362 in 2023[17], and 2,401 in 2024.[18]
2013-2015 Expansion Project
In August 2013, RusHydro started construction work on a 140-MW, $200 million coal-fired fourth unit. Power Machines was awarded the construction contract in February 2014.[19][20] Testing of the unit's electrical equipment began in August 2015.[21] The new unit was successfully tested in December 2015 and the first phase commissioned.[22] The project ran into some delays. As of July 2016, the cooling tower had been built, but work on the plant's instruments was still ongoing.[23] Construction on the new unit 4 was completed in December 2016.[24][25]
Financing
Conversion to Gas
A media source from October 2023 stated that the plant may be gradually converted to operate on gas, with feasibility study under way. Two reserve heavy fuel oil fired boilers will start using gas in 2026 and 2027.[26] This media source referred to gas already being used as a reserve fuel at the station.[26] However the System Operators' document from February 2023 stated that only coal was used by the plant.[27]
As per February 2024 news report, expansion of Power of Siberia (Sila Sibiri) gas transmission pipeline would be required, which would cost 400 billion rubles.[28] The winter of 2023/2024 has shown a growing problem with coal supply and the quality of coal, due to depleting reserves and low calorie content. Coal is now mixed with sand, clay and other things. Accordingly, the heat output is extremely small, and the costs to achieve the required production indicators are very high. Therefore, the switch to gas is now a reality, although it's a complex undertaking that involves not only money but various engineering solutions.[29] Coal supply from Erkovetsky coal mine was said to be 1.6 Mtpa while the plant needs 2.3 Mtpa. The rest is covered by Pereyaslovskiy Coal Mine which is located 3,500km away from the power plant.
A tender was announced to design the project of transition to gas for two energy boilers and two water boilers, with a plan to have the project approved in 2025 and to complete in 2026. Three other boilers would be transitioned to gas in 2027-2028.[30] According to the order of the Russian government dated December 29, 2023, the gasification of thermal power plants is now determined by the master plan for the socio-economic development of Blagoveshchensk until 2030.[30]
In August 2024, it was reported that the Blagoveshchensk power station was scheduled to transition to a combined fuel mode of operation (gas-coal) in 2025. Full gasification of the plant will require extensive and costly construction of infrastructure, including gas pipelines and gas distribution stations. To ensure reliable heating for the city in 2025, one boiler of the power plant will be converted to gas, marking the initial step in the gasification process.[31] The project was included into the "Strategy for the Socio-Economic Development of the Blagoveshchensk City until 2035" released in November 2024.[32]
In March 2025, the Amur regional government proposed to Gazprom to accelerate the gasification of the Blagoveshchensk power station due to coal shortages.[33] In July 2025, it was reported that the Russian Ministry of Energy approved the gasification of the Blagoveshchensk power plant and instructed the relevant agencies to carry out detailed calculations for the project.[34]
In February 2026, it was reported in the media that the Blagoveshchensk CHP was being considered for partial gasification because the Amur region lacked enough suitable design-grade coal, forcing the plant and many boiler houses to burn off-spec coal that was damaging equipment and had already contributed to heating-season emergencies in 2024–2026. According to the regional officials, the infrastructure needed to connect the CHP plant already exists; only the gas connection to the station itself remains to be completed.[35]
2025 Modernization
In 2025, Blagoveshchensk power station launched one of its most extensive renovation campaigns in recent years, investing 1.5 billion rubles ($19.2 mn) - nearly three times the previous year’s budget. The upgrades covered boilers, turbines, fuel supply and electrical systems. By mid-year, the overhaul of boiler #4 had been completed, and major repair work was in progress on turbine #3, while boiler #1 underwent full-scale refurbishment. Simultaneously, preparations began for the upcoming overhaul of boiler #2. According to management, renivations should significantly boost reliability and efficiency of the power station.[36] By October 2025, the key stages of the modernization program had been largely completed.[37]
The Schemes and Programs for the Development of the Unified Energy System of Russia for 2026–2031 (SIPR) did not include any plans for coal unit retirements or gas conversion at the plant through 2031.[38]
Maintenance and Repairs
In 2026, over 1.3 billion rubles (approximately $14 million) were allocated for a repair campaign at the plant, covering 20 units of main equipment and 32 types of maintenance works. The campaign began in March 2026 and included major repairs of boilers, turbines, and auxiliary systems, with the aim of ensuring reliable heat and power supply for the 2026–2027 winter season.[39]
In April 2026, a current repair of boiler #5 was completed at the plant. At the same time, a major overhaul of boiler #3 and a current repair of turbine unit 3 were initiated as part of preparations for the 2026–2027 heating season.[40]
Accidents and Social Impact
On October 24, 2018 the roof of the plant's coal gallery caught fire.[41]
In November 2021, residents of multiple houses complained about insufficient heating during a particularly cold period.[42]
The power plant is said to emit pollutants (nitrogen and sulfur dioxide, carbon monoxide, inorganic dust containing silicon dioxide, etc.) of over 46 thousand tonnes per year, while with the gasification of the plant they should be reduced to 7.6 thousand tons. The Chinese government constantly sends requests to the government of the Amur region to take measures to reduce negative emissions from thermal power plants towards the city of Heihe, which borders Blagoveshchensk.[30]
Articles and Resources
References
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{{cite web}}: Missing or empty|title=(help) - ↑ 8.0 8.1 8.2 8.3 "Ускорить газификацию Благовещенской ТЭЦ предложил сенатор Артем Шейкин". www.teleport2001.ru. 2025-03-24. Archived from the original on 2026-04-23. Retrieved 2025-03-24.
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- ↑ Far Eastern Generating Company. "Благовещенская ТЭЦ". dvgk.ru. Retrieved November 2022 via the Wayback Machine.
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- ↑ "Благовещенская ТЭЦ подтвердила готовность работать на полную мощность генерирующего оборудования". in-power.ru. March 10, 2021.
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{{cite web}}: CS1 maint: url-status (link) - ↑ Far Eastern Generating Company. "2020 Annual Report". Retrieved November 2022 via the Wayback Machine.
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{{cite web}}: CS1 maint: url-status (link) - ↑ 19.0 19.1 RusHydro to start building phase two of Blagoveshchensk power plant at end-Aug, Russia & CIS Energy Newswire, 9 Aug. 2013.
- ↑ Power Machines wins contract to construct and equip Blagoveshchensk power plant, Transformers, 28 Feb. 2014.
- ↑ Началась пуско-наладка электротехнического оборудования 2-й очереди Благовещенской ТЭЦ, RusHydro press release, 9 Aug. 2015.
- ↑ Первый этап второй очереди Благовещенской ТЭЦ запущен в работу, RusHydro press release, 30 Dec. 2015.
- ↑ Новая градирня Благовещенской ТЭЦ включена в технологический цикл, RusHydro press release, 5 July 2016.
- ↑ "В Амурской области завершили строительство 2-й очереди Благовещенской ТЭЦ," Neftegaz, December 20, 2016, Archived Aug. 27, 2017
- ↑ РусГидро завершило строительство второй очереди Благовещенской ТЭЦ, RusHydro press release, 20 Dec. 2016.
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