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Ranked as the 96th largest power generation facility in Egypt, El-Seiuf stands as a notable contributor within a densely populated gas energy cluster. With a capacity of 200 MW, this facility plays a modest yet crucial role, accounting for approximately 0.14% of the nation’s total energy capacity. The significance of El-Seiuf is amplified when viewed in the context of its gas peers in the region, particularly the nearby Abu Kir Power Plant and its counterparts, which boast capacities of 2,236 MW each. In comparison, El-Seiuf's output reflects the challenges faced by smaller facilities in a market heavily dominated by larger installations. The technical foundation of El-Seiuf lies in its gas-fired generation technology, which utilizes natural gas to produce electricity efficiently, contributing to Egypt's growing energy demands. This plant is part of a larger network of gas plants in the area, including the Sidi Krir Power Plant with a capacity of 2,092 MW, showcasing the regional reliance on gas as a primary fuel source. The geographical setting of El-Seiuf, surrounded by such robust powerhouses, emphasizes its role in stabilizing the grid amidst fluctuating demands. With Egypt having a total of 155 power generation facilities and a total capacity of 138,304 MW, the dominance of gas in the energy mix is clear, as it constitutes the primary fuel type. El-Seiuf's operational history is marked by its significance in supporting the country's energy strategy, although it ranks lower in gas capacity among its counterparts. This facility's contributions are projected to remain vital, especially as Egypt seeks to diversify its energy portfolio and enhance its energy security. The continued operation of El-Seiuf aligns with Egypt's broader goals of increasing electricity access and efficiency, making it an important player in the national energy landscape.

Capacity
200 MW
Commissioning Year
2018

8 years old

Owner
Egyptian Electricity Holding Company
Location
31.2158°, 29.9953°

Egypt, Africa

Context & rankings
  • 96. largest of 155 plants in Egypt
  • #7,393 worldwide by installed capacity
  • #2,650 of 5,146 Natural Gas plants worldwide
  • 0.14% of the installed capacity of Egypt
Age & fleet comparison

8 years in operation

Natural Gas fleet average: 26.9 years

Operator portfolio

Egyptian Electricity Holding Company operates 61 plants totalling 52,596 MW

Regional density

25 plants within 100 km, 32,412 MW combined

Nearest plant: Karmouz (8.9 km)

Location

Coordinates:: 31.215800, 29.995300
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Carbon Footprint490 g CO₂/kWh
Annual CO₂
386.3 Kt
788 GWh/year × 490 g/kWh
Cumulative CO₂
3.09 Mt
Over 8 years of operation
Est. Retirement
2048
22 years remaining
Annual emissions equivalent to
84.0K
cars per year
51.5K
homes per year
17.6M
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
GasHydroNuclearSolar
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