World Power Plants

Fenchuganj (Barakatullah)296 MW Natural Gas

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Fenchuganj, also known as Barakatullah, is a critical gas power plant located in Bangladesh, boasting a capacity of 296 MW. This facility plays a vital role in the national energy mix, addressing the growing electricity demand in a rapidly developing country. The power plant utilizes natural gas as its primary fuel source, a cleaner alternative to coal that supports Bangladesh's transition towards more sustainable energy practices. Positioned at coordinates 24.6863, 91.9189, Fenchuganj is strategically located to leverage the country's extensive natural gas infrastructure. The plant is part of Bangladesh's broader energy strategy to diversify its energy sources while ensuring reliable electricity supply to both urban and rural areas. As the demand for energy continues to rise, the Fenchuganj plant is well-placed to support the local grid, especially during peak consumption periods. Its operational efficiency is essential for maintaining stability in the energy market, and it significantly contributes to the country’s goal of enhancing energy access for its population. The integration of gas power generation facilities like Fenchuganj underscores Bangladesh's commitment to modernizing its energy landscape while reducing carbon emissions and promoting sustainability.

Capacity
296 MW
Commissioning Year
2010

16 years old

Owner
Bangladesh Power Development Board
Location
24.6863°, 91.9189°

Bangladesh, Asia

Context & rankings
  • 11. largest of 57 plants in Bangladesh
  • #6,211 worldwide by installed capacity
  • #2,287 of 5,146 Natural Gas plants worldwide
  • 2.5% of the installed capacity of Bangladesh
Age & fleet comparison

16 years in operation

Natural Gas fleet average: 26.9 years

Operator portfolio

Bangladesh Power Development Board operates 26 plants totalling 4,941 MW

Regional density

5 plants within 100 km, 1,236 MW combined

Nearest plant: Sylhet (Energyprima) (26.4 km)

Data provenance

Location

Coordinates:: 24.686300, 91.918900
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Carbon Footprint490 g CO₂/kWh
Annual CO₂
571.7 Kt
1167 GWh/year × 490 g/kWh
Cumulative CO₂
9.15 Mt
Over 16 years of operation
Est. Retirement
2040
14 years remaining
Annual emissions equivalent to
124.3K
cars per year
76.2K
homes per year
26.0M
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
Bangladesh
Continent
Asia
Data Source
Global Power Plant Database

BangladeshEnergy Profile

57
Total Plants
11.8 GW
Total Capacity
GasOilCoalHydro
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