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East Karbala Diesel Power Station300 MW Oil

OilVerified: Feb 2026

محطة كهرباء ديزلات شرق كربلاء is a significant oil-fired power generation facility located in Iraq, serving as a crucial component of the national energy landscape. With a capacity of 300 MW, this power plant plays a vital role in meeting the growing electricity demands of the region and contributes to the stability of the local grid. The facility operates on oil as its primary fuel source, leveraging traditional combustion technology to convert thermal energy into electrical power, making it an essential player in Iraq's energy mix. Situated at coordinates 32.7043° N latitude and 44.0618° E longitude, the power plant is strategically positioned to supply electricity to the surrounding areas, particularly within the Karbala Governorate. Given Iraq's ongoing efforts to enhance its energy infrastructure and reduce reliance on imported electricity, this power plant is integral to the country’s energy policy, aimed at achieving energy security and sustainability. As Iraq continues to develop its oil sector and modernize its power generation capabilities, the role of محطة كهرباء ديزلات شرق كربلاء becomes even more pronounced in supporting economic growth and improving the quality of life for its residents.

Capacity
300 MW
Commissioning Year
2015

11 years old

Owner
Ministry of Electricity
Location
32.7043°, 44.0618°

Iraq, Asia

Context & rankings
  • 53. largest of 104 plants in Iraq
  • #6,026 worldwide by installed capacity
  • #231 of 2,478 Oil plants worldwide
  • 0.51% of the installed capacity of Iraq
Age & fleet comparison

11 years in operation

Oil fleet average: 28.7 years

Operator portfolio

Ministry of Electricity operates 33 plants totalling 16,868 MW

Regional density

30 plants within 100 km, 23,191 MW combined

Nearest plant: Al-Mansurya (22.4 km)

Data provenance

Location

Coordinates:: 32.704323, 44.061752
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Carbon Footprint650 g CO₂/kWh
Annual CO₂
597.9 Kt
920 GWh/year × 650 g/kWh
Cumulative CO₂
6.58 Mt
Over 11 years of operation
Est. Retirement
2045
19 years remaining
Annual emissions equivalent to
130.0K
cars per year
79.7K
homes per year
27.2M
trees to offset

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

IraqEnergy Profile

104
Total Plants
58.4 GW
Total Capacity
GasOilHydroSolar
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