Assessing the Impact of Coal Characteristics on Thermal Power Plant Efficiency and Pollutant Emissions

The quality of the coal utilized greatly impacts the efficiency and emissions of power plants. This study looks at how coal quality affects power plant performance, with an emphasis on emissions and efficiency. The analysis shows that power plant efficiency and emissions are influenced by coal quality characteristics, including calorific value, ash content, moisture content, sulfur content, and nitrogen content. The impact of coal quality on emissions of sulfur dioxide, carbon dioxide, nitrogen oxides, and particulate matter is also examined in the study. Strategies for improving coal quality to enhance power plant efficiency and reduce emissions can be informed by the study's findings.