Leaf: Energy Infrastructure
Dataset: OpenStreetMap — power=*
OSM contains global energy-network features: plants, substations, transmission towers, and power lines.
osmnx access
import osmnx as ox
ox.settings.cache_folder = ".cache/"
power_features = ox.features_from_place(
"Denmark",
tags={"power": True},
)Key OSM tags
| Tag | Meaning |
|---|---|
power=line | Transmission/distribution overhead line |
power=cable | Underground/submarine cable |
power=substation | Substation polygon or point |
power=plant | Power plant area |
power=generator | Single generator (wind turbine, solar, etc.) |
generator:source=* | Source type (wind, solar, gas, hydro, etc.) |