Kuriemat Solar/Thermal is a 120 MW gas and solar-fired power plant located in Egypt, commissioned in 2011. It operates using a combination of gas and solar energy, contributing to Egypt's overall energy generation capacity. Kuriemat Solar/Thermal ranks as the 91st largest gas plant in Egypt. With 120 MW, it represents 0.1% of Egypt's total gas capacity of 121,657 MW. Egypt has 98 gas plants with a combined capacity exceeding 121,000 MW. Compared to the largest gas plant in Egypt, محطة البرلس المركبة at 4,800 MW, Kuriemat is approximately 2.5% the size. Gas plays a significant role in Egypt's energy landscape, accounting for a substantial portion of the electricity generation mix. The integration of solar energy at Kuriemat reflects a growing trend towards renewable sources in the region. The plant is situated approximately 120 km northeast of Luxor in the Nile Valley.
15 years old
Egypt, Africa
Location
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
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