Boulaos is a 107.332 MW oil-fired power plant located in Djibouti. It is the only oil power plant in the country and has been operational since its commissioning. The facility contributes 100% to Djibouti's total oil generation capacity. Boulaos is the largest oil plant in Djibouti, representing 100% of the country's oil capacity of 107 MW. Djibouti has only one oil plant, which is Boulaos, with no other facilities contributing to the oil sector. This plant is significant as it is the sole contributor to the country's oil generation landscape. Oil is the primary fuel source for electricity generation in Djibouti, playing a vital role in the energy mix. The reliance on oil is influenced by the country's limited access to other energy resources. Boulaos is situated near the capital city, Djibouti City, approximately 10 km away.
Djibouti, Africa
- 1. largest of 1 plants in Djibouti
- #9,750 worldwide by installed capacity
- #442 of 2,478 Oil plants worldwide
- 100% of the installed capacity of Djibouti
Djibouti Electricity Company operates 1 plants totalling 107 MW
Source: African Development Bank Group
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
Djibouti- Continent
- Africa
- Data Source
- Global Power Plant Database
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