power station

• Installation industrielle où l'on produit de l'énergie électrique, généralement à partir de combustibles, d'énergie nucléaire ou de sources renouvelables.

A facility or industrial plant where electrical power is generated, typically using fuels, nuclear energy, or renewable sources.

1. Electricity generation facilityB1formal

   An industrial facility that generates electrical power, typically by converting mechanical energy from turbines driven by steam, water, wind, or other sources.

   centrale électrique

   • The new power station will provide electricity to the entire region.
   • Coal-fired power stations are being phased out in many countries.
   • The power station uses natural gas to generate electricity.