
In Greece, where lignite generation is a shadow of its former self, Mytilineos' 826-MW Agios Nikolaos combined cycle gas turbine plant is about to enter operation, while construction has begun on the 840-MW Alexandroupolis CCGT being developed by PPC, DEPA and Copelouzos Group.

This is up on prepandemic levels, reflecting a partial response to coal, lignite, and nuclear closures in recent years, and a further 15 GW of closures announced for 2023.

Receive daily email alerts, subscriber notes & personalize your experience.ĭata compiled by S&P Global Commodity Insights' analysts and newsletter Power in Europe show close to 10 GW of combined and open cycle gas generation in construction or commissioning across Germany, Greece, Italy, Ireland, Poland, and the UK.
