محطة كهرباء الهارثة is a crucial power generation facility located in Iraq, playing an essential role in the national energy mix. This power plant utilizes oil as its primary fuel source, reflecting Iraq's rich natural resources and its historical reliance on oil for energy generation. With a capacity of 400 MW, it significantly contributes to the stability and reliability of the local grid, especially in a region where energy demand continues to grow. The plant is operated by the Ministry of Electricity, which oversees the country's energy strategy amidst ongoing efforts to diversify energy sources and enhance infrastructure. Situated at coordinates 30.6768, 47.7532, the station is strategically located to serve the surrounding areas, ensuring that both residential and industrial users have access to consistent electricity. The region's dependence on oil-fired power generation is underscored by the broader context of Iraq's energy policy, which aims to increase generation capacity while addressing environmental concerns. As a key player in the national grid, the الهارثة power plant exemplifies the challenges and opportunities facing Iraq's energy sector, particularly as the country seeks to modernize its infrastructure and reduce reliance on fossil fuels in the long term.
11 years old
Iraq, Asia
Location
Estimates based on Oil emission factor (650 g CO₂/kWh) and capacity factor (35%). Actual emissions may vary based on operating conditions, efficiency, and fuel quality.
Technical Details
- Primary Fuel Type
- Oil
- Energy Source
- Non-Renewable
- Country
Iraq- Continent
- Asia
- Data Source
- Global Power Plant Database
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An Overview of Oil as a Power Generation Energy Source
Oil power generation involves the combustion of oil to produce electricity. The process typically begins with the extraction and refining of crude oil, which is then burned in a power plant to create steam. This steam drives turbines connected to generators, converting thermal energy into electrical energy. Oil power plants can vary in design, including steam turbine plants, gas turbine plants, and combined cycle plants, which utilize both gas and steam turbines to enhance efficiency. As of now, there are 2,416 oil power plants worldwide, distributed across 108 countries, with a total installed capacity of 286.9 gigawatts (GW).
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