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Kahrama IPP, located in Algeria, represents a significant player in the country's energy generation landscape. As a gas-fired power generation facility with a capacity of 345 MW, Kahrama IPP is strategically positioned at coordinates 35.8064° N latitude and 0.2476° E longitude to support the national grid effectively. The plant utilizes natural gas, which is abundant in Algeria, enabling the country to harness this resource for energy generation while minimizing environmental impacts compared to other fossil fuels. The relevance of Kahrama IPP extends beyond mere electricity production; it plays a critical role in meeting the growing energy demands of a developing nation. Algeria’s energy policy focuses on increasing domestic electricity supply and transitioning towards more sustainable energy sources, making facilities like Kahrama IPP vital in achieving these goals. The operator's commitment to efficient energy generation ensures that the plant remains a cornerstone of Algeria's efforts to secure energy reliability and economic development.

Capacity
345 MW
Commissioning Year
2010

16 years old

Owner
Sonelgaz
Location
35.8064°, -0.2476°

Algeria, Africa

Context & rankings
  • 22. largest of 59 plants in Algeria
  • #5,700 worldwide by installed capacity
  • #2,121 of 5,146 Natural Gas plants worldwide
  • 1.92% of the installed capacity of Algeria
Age & fleet comparison

16 years in operation

Natural Gas fleet average: 26.9 years

Operator portfolio

Sonelgaz operates 26 plants totalling 6,537 MW

Regional density

6 plants within 100 km, 3,396 MW combined

Nearest plant: Marsat (5 km)

Data provenance

Location

Coordinates:: 35.806400, -0.247600
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Carbon Footprint490 g CO₂/kWh
Annual CO₂
666.4 Kt
1360 GWh/year × 490 g/kWh
Cumulative CO₂
10.66 Mt
Over 16 years of operation
Est. Retirement
2040
14 years remaining
Annual emissions equivalent to
144.9K
cars per year
88.9K
homes per year
30.3M
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
Algeria
Continent
Africa
Data Source
Global Power Plant Database

AlgeriaEnergy Profile

59
Total Plants
18.0 GW
Total Capacity
GasSolarHydro
Top Fuels

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