Dampier is a 120 MW gas-fired power plant located in Australia, operated by Rio Tinto Australia Pty Ltd. This facility generates electricity using natural gas, contributing to the national gas power generation capacity. It ranks as the 73rd largest gas plant in Australia. With 120 MW, it represents 0.43% of the country's total gas capacity of 28,163 MW. Australia has 175 gas plants with a combined capacity of 28,163 MW. Compared to the largest gas plant, Tomago Aluminium Smelter at 810 MW, Dampier is approximately 1/7th the size. Natural gas is a significant energy source in Australia, providing around 20% of the total electricity generation. The Dampier plant utilizes gas from local reserves, enhancing energy independence. It is situated about 1,500 km north of Perth in the Pilbara region.
41 years old
Australia, Oceania
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
Australia- Continent
- Oceania
- Data Source
- Global Power Plant Database
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