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Lushan Shahid Beheshti Power Plant360 MW Natural Gas

GasVerified: Feb 2026

Lushan Shahid Beheshti Power Plant, known locally as نیروگاه بهشتی لوشان, is a key gas-fired power generation facility located at coordinates 36.6564, 49.4565 in Iran. With a capacity of 360 MW, this power plant plays an essential role in meeting the energy demands of the region. Utilizing gas as its primary fuel source, Lushan Shahid Beheshti employs advanced gas turbine technology, which is known for its efficiency and lower emissions compared to traditional fossil fuel methods. This facility exemplifies Iran's commitment to enhancing its energy generation infrastructure while transitioning towards cleaner energy sources. The operational context of the plant is significant, as it supports the national grid during peak consumption periods, thereby contributing to the stability of electricity supply across Iran. Given the country's energy policies aimed at optimizing resource use and reducing reliance on oil, the Lushan Shahid Beheshti Power Plant is strategically positioned to aid in balancing the energy mix. Overall, this facility not only enhances local energy security but also aligns with Iran's long-term energy strategies.

Capacity
360 MW
Commissioning Year
2010

16 years old

Owner
Iran Power Generation and Transmission Company (TAVANIR)
Location
36.6564°, 49.4565°

Iran, Asia

Context & rankings
  • 181. largest of 327 plants in Iran
  • #5,549 worldwide by installed capacity
  • #2,059 of 5,146 Natural Gas plants worldwide
  • 0.18% of the installed capacity of Iran
Age & fleet comparison

16 years in operation

Natural Gas fleet average: 26.9 years

Operator portfolio

Iran Power Generation and Transmission Company (TAVANIR) operates 61 plants totalling 48,772 MW

Regional density

17 plants within 100 km, 10,892 MW combined

Nearest plant: Lousan (Shahid Beheshti) (6.3 km)

Data provenance

Location

Coordinates:: 36.656407, 49.456518
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Carbon Footprint490 g CO₂/kWh
Annual CO₂
695.4 Kt
1419 GWh/year × 490 g/kWh
Cumulative CO₂
11.13 Mt
Over 16 years of operation
Est. Retirement
2040
14 years remaining
Annual emissions equivalent to
151.2K
cars per year
92.7K
homes per year
31.6M
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
Iran
Continent
Asia
Data Source
Global Power Plant Database

IranEnergy Profile

327
Total Plants
195.6 GW
Total Capacity
GasHydroOilNuclear
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