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Damietta Power Station1,450 MW Gas

Gas

The Damietta Power Station stands as a significant player in Egypt's energy generation landscape, contributing to the country’s growing demand for reliable electricity. This gas-fired power plant, with a capacity of 1,450 MW, plays a crucial role in stabilising the Egyptian power grid. Located at coordinates 31.3815, 31.7236, the plant is strategically positioned to harness natural gas, a cleaner fossil fuel option that aligns with Egypt’s energy policies focused on reducing carbon emissions. The facility operates using advanced gas turbine technology, which is known for its efficiency in electricity generation. The Damietta Power Station is operated by the East Delta Electricity Production Company, which is committed to ensuring that the plant meets the national energy requirements while maintaining high operational standards. As Egypt continues to modernise its energy infrastructure, the Damietta Power Station is instrumental in supporting the transition towards a more sustainable energy mix. The facility not only provides essential power to local communities but also contributes to the national grid, helping to meet the rising energy demands of Egypt’s population and economic activities. The station exemplifies Egypt's strategic focus on diversifying its energy sources and enhancing energy security through the utilisation of natural gas.

Capacity
1,450 MW

1.45 GW

Commissioning Year
2010

16 years old

Owner
East Delta Electricity Production Company
Location
31.3815°, 31.7236°

Egypt, Africa

Location

Coordinates:: 31.381472, 31.723583
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Carbon Footprint490 g CO₂/kWh
Annual CO₂
2.80 Mt
5716 GWh/year × 490 g/kWh
Cumulative CO₂
44.81 Mt
Over 16 years of operation
Est. Retirement
2040
14 years remaining
Annual emissions equivalent to
608.9K
cars per year
373.4K
homes per year
127.3M
trees to offset

Estimates based on Gas emission factor (490 g CO₂/kWh) and capacity factor (45%). Actual emissions may vary based on operating conditions, efficiency, and fuel quality.

Technical Details

Primary Fuel Type
Gas
Energy Source
Non-Renewable
Country
Egypt
Continent
Africa
Data Source
Global Power Station Database

EgyptEnergy Profile

155
Total Stations
138.3 GW
Total Capacity
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Gas Power Generation: An Overview of Technology, Impact, and Future Trends

Gas power generation is a pivotal component of the global energy landscape, with 4,378 gas power plants operational across 113 countries, contributing a total installed capacity of 1,731.2 gigawatts (GW). The United States leads in this sector, housing 1,881 plants with a capacity of 575.0 GW, followed by Russia, Iran, Japan, and China. This technology primarily utilises natural gas as a fuel source, which is burned to produce electricity through various processes, predominantly gas turbines and combined cycle systems.

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