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Zargan Power Plant418 MW Natural Gas

GasVerified: Feb 2026

The نیروگاه زرگان power plant, located in Iran at coordinates 31.3732, 48.7742, serves as an important component of the country's energy generation framework. This gas power generation facility has a capacity of 418 MW, significantly contributing to the national energy mix amidst Iran's growing demand for electricity. Utilizing advanced gas turbine technology, the plant is designed to operate efficiently while maintaining lower emissions compared to other fossil fuels. As Iran focuses on enhancing its energy infrastructure, this gas plant plays a pivotal role in providing reliable electricity to both urban and rural areas, addressing the increasing consumption needs driven by population growth and industrial expansion. Additionally, the location of the نیروگاه زرگان plant in the Khuzestan province, a region rich in natural gas resources, provides logistical advantages that facilitate efficient fuel supply. The significance of this plant is further highlighted by Iran's energy policy strategies, which aim to diversify energy sources while ensuring energy security. By leveraging its substantial gas capacity, the نیروگاه زرگان power plant is essential in supporting the national grid, thereby enhancing the overall stability and reliability of electricity supply across the country.

Capacity
418 MW
Commissioning Year
2010

16 years old

Owner
MAPNA Group
Location
31.3732°, 48.7742°

Iran, Asia

Context & rankings
  • 171. largest of 327 plants in Iran
  • #5,140 worldwide by installed capacity
  • #1,878 of 5,146 Natural Gas plants worldwide
  • 0.21% of the installed capacity of Iran
Age & fleet comparison

16 years in operation

Natural Gas fleet average: 26.9 years

Operator portfolio

MAPNA Group operates 32 plants totalling 26,800 MW

Regional density

15 plants within 100 km, 17,014 MW combined

Nearest plant: Ahwaz (ramiin) (17.7 km)

Data provenance

Location

Coordinates:: 31.373214, 48.774223
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Carbon Footprint490 g CO₂/kWh
Annual CO₂
807.4 Kt
1648 GWh/year × 490 g/kWh
Cumulative CO₂
12.92 Mt
Over 16 years of operation
Est. Retirement
2040
14 years remaining
Annual emissions equivalent to
175.5K
cars per year
107.7K
homes per year
36.7M
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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