Port Hedland is a 126 MW gas-fired power plant located in Western Australia, operated by Alinta Energy. The facility generates electricity using natural gas, contributing to the state's energy supply. It ranks as the 70th largest gas plant in Australia. With 126 MW, it represents 0.45% of Australia'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 in Australia, Tomago Aluminium Smelter at 810 MW, this facility is approximately 0.16 times the size. Natural gas is a vital part of Australia's energy landscape, supplying about 20% of the nation's electricity generation. The Port Hedland plant is strategically located to utilize local gas resources, enhancing energy security. It is situated approximately 10 km from the town center of Port Hedland in the Pilbara region.
21 years old
Australia, Oceania
- 182. largest of 678 plants in Australia
- #9,086 worldwide by installed capacity
- #3,061 of 5,146 Natural Gas plants worldwide
- 0.08% of the installed capacity of Australia
21 years in operation
Natural Gas fleet average: 26.9 years
Alinta Energy operates 12 plants totalling 2,447 MW
4 plants within 100 km, 353 MW combined
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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