Kwinana Swift is a 120 MW gas-fired power plant located in Western Australia, operated by Western Energy Pty Ltd. The facility generates electricity using natural gas, contributing to Australia's gas power generation capacity. It holds the 73rd position among Australia's gas plants. 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, Kwinana Swift is approximately 1/7th the size. Natural gas plays a growing role in Australia's energy mix, providing around 20% of the country's electricity generation. Kwinana Swift uses gas from local sources, supporting energy security. The plant is situated about 40 km south of Perth in the Peel region.
16 years old
Australia, Oceania
- Primary Fuel Type
- Gas
- Energy Source
- Non-Renewable
- Country
Australia- Continent
- Oceania
- Data Source
- Global Power Plant Database
Gas power generation is a significant component of the global energy landscape, characterized by the use of natural gas to produce electricity. This process typically involves either gas turbines or combined cycle gas plants. In a gas turbine, compressed air is mixed with natural gas and ignited, producing high-temperature exhaust gases that spin a turbine connected to a generator. Combined cycle plants enhance efficiency by utilizing both gas and steam turbines. After the gas turbine generates electricity, the waste heat is used to produce steam, which drives a steam turbine, thereby maximizing energy extraction from the fuel.
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