The Montemartini thermoelectric power plant initially produced energy for public lighting and the city’s first private consumers.
Founded in 1912, the Montemartini thermoelectric power plant has accompanied Rome's growth, gradually expanding its production capacity to meet the energy needs of a constantly evolving city.
Today, the power station becomes operational only during periods of extraordinary energy demand, and its operation can also be managed remotely from the control room at the Tor di Valle power station.
Although no longer fully operational, the Montemartini thermoelectric power plant remains a symbolic site for the city. After a major redevelopment, part of the plant was transformed into a multimedia centre and exhibition space, now managed by the Capitoline Museums. Here, visitors can explore the permanent archaeological exhibition Le Macchine e gli Dei (The Machines and the Gods) or participate in the many temporary exhibitions that periodically bring the space to life.
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The Montemartini thermoelectric power plant initially produced energy for public lighting and the city’s first private consumers.
In preparation for the 1942 World's Fair, the plant was upgraded to meet the energy demands of the new exhibition area.
During the bombings, the Montemartini thermoelectric power plant remained operational and continued to supply energy to the city even throughout and after the war.
The plant's final expansion included the installation of three gas turbines, with a total capacity of 78.3 MW.
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