Pointe-Noire is a 13.24 MW oil power plant in the Democratic Republic of the Congo, operated since its commissioning year is not specified. Ranked #1 of 1 oil plants in the Democratic Republic of the Congo. Its 13.24 MW represents 100% of the country's total oil capacity of 13 MW. The largest oil plant in the Democratic Republic of the Congo is Pointe-Noire at 13 MW, making it equal in size. Nearby plants within 50 km include Pointe-Noire Sne (300 MW, Gas), Djeno Eni (36 MW, Gas), and Djeno Total (25 MW, Gas). The facility is located in the Kouilou region, approximately 500 km west of Brazzaville.
11 years old
Democratic Republic of the Congo, Africa
Location
Estimates based on Oil emission factor (650 g CO₂/kWh) and capacity factor (35%). Actual emissions may vary based on operating conditions, efficiency, and fuel quality.
Technical Details
- Primary Fuel Type
- Oil
- Energy Source
- Non-Renewable
- Country
Democratic Republic of the Congo- Continent
- Africa
- Data Source
- Global Power Plant Database
Democratic Republic of the Congo — Energy Profile
Nearby Power Plants
An Overview of Oil as a Power Generation Energy Source
Oil power generation involves the combustion of oil to produce electricity. The process typically begins with the extraction and refining of crude oil, which is then burned in a power plant to create steam. This steam drives turbines connected to generators, converting thermal energy into electrical energy. Oil power plants can vary in design, including steam turbine plants, gas turbine plants, and combined cycle plants, which utilize both gas and steam turbines to enhance efficiency. As of now, there are 2,416 oil power plants worldwide, distributed across 108 countries, with a total installed capacity of 286.9 gigawatts (GW).
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