Power Generation/Steam Power/Part5

The following is a list of factors that influence the selection of site for constructing a Steam power station:

1. Supply of fuel:

• The station must be located close to coal mines to reduce transportation cost of fuel.

2. Availability of water:

• The station must be located near a river bank or canal for continous water supply.

3. Transportation facilities:

• The station must be well connected to major transport routes eg Rail or Road.

4. Cost & type of land:

• The land must have a good bearing capacity for heavy equipment and yet be cheap enough to purchase.

5. Distance from populated areas:

• The station must be located as far away from populated areas as possible due to air pollution.

6. Nearness to load centers:

• In order to reduce the transmission cost the plant should be located near load centers.