Southern Power Generation is a key gas-fired power generation facility located in Malaysia, at the coordinates 1.4446, 103.8844. With a substantial capacity of 1440 MW, this power plant plays an essential role in meeting the energy demands of the region. Operated by Tenaga Nasional, Southern Power Generation employs state-of-the-art gas turbine technology, which enables efficient and effective energy generation. Natural gas, as a cleaner-burning fuel compared to coal, helps to reduce emissions while providing a reliable source of electricity. The plant is critical to the local grid, ensuring that the surrounding communities and industries have access to the energy they need. Malaysia's energy policies are increasingly focused on sustainability, and the reliance on gas-fired power plants like Southern Power Generation supports this transition while still addressing the immediate energy needs of the population.
1.44 GW
11 years old
Malaysia, Asia
Location
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
Malaysia- Continent
- Asia
- Data Source
- Global Power Station Database
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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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