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Damanhur Power Station300 MW Natural Gas

GasVerified: Feb 2026

The محطة كهرباء دمنهور, or Damanhour Power Plant, is a vital gas-fired power generation facility located in Egypt, with a capacity of 300 MW. Operated by the West Delta Electricity Production Company, this plant plays an essential role in supporting the national electricity grid, particularly given Egypt's increasing energy demands. Commissioned in 1992 and positioned at coordinates 31.0860 latitude and 30.4286 longitude, the power plant utilizes natural gas as its primary fuel source, which aligns with the country's efforts to transition towards cleaner energy practices. The Damanhour Power Plant is significant not only for its capacity but also for its contribution to reducing dependency on more polluting fuel sources. The operational context of this facility is critical, as it provides reliable electricity to both urban and rural areas, enhancing energy access across the region. Furthermore, the plant is part of Egypt's broader energy strategy, which aims to improve energy efficiency and diversify the energy mix by incorporating renewable sources alongside traditional fossil fuels. As the demand for electricity continues to rise in Egypt, the Damanhour Power Plant stands as a key asset in ensuring energy security and supporting the country's socio-economic development.

Capacity
300 MW
Commissioning Year
1992

34 years old

Owner
West Delta Electricity Production Company
Location
31.0860°, 30.4286°

Egypt, Africa

Context & rankings
  • 88. largest of 155 plants in Egypt
  • #6,026 worldwide by installed capacity
  • #2,258 of 5,146 Natural Gas plants worldwide
  • 0.22% of the installed capacity of Egypt
Age & fleet comparison

34 years in operation

Natural Gas fleet average: 26.9 years

Operator portfolio

West Delta Electricity Production Company operates 10 plants totalling 8,350 MW

Regional density
Data provenance

Location

Coordinates:: 31.085990, 30.428592
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Carbon Footprint490 g CO₂/kWh
Annual CO₂
579.5 Kt
1183 GWh/year × 490 g/kWh
Cumulative CO₂
19.70 Mt
Over 34 years of operation
Past Retirement
2022
4 years past expected retirement
Annual emissions equivalent to
126.0K
cars per year
77.3K
homes per year
26.3M
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
Egypt
Continent
Africa
Data Source
Global Power Plant Database

EgyptEnergy Profile

155
Total Plants
138.3 GW
Total Capacity
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