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Hilla Second Gas Power Station250 MW Natural Gas

GasVerified: Feb 2026

محطة الحلة الغازية الثانية ranks as the 56th largest power generation facility in Iraq, contributing a capacity of 250 MW to the national grid. With a share of approximately 0.43% of Iraq's total installed capacity of 58,413 MW, this gas-fired power plant reflects the ongoing reliance on natural gas for energy production in the country. Owned and operated by the Ministry of Electricity and commissioned in 2012, it plays a pivotal role in ensuring energy security for the region. Surrounded by larger facilities such as the Al Khairat Thermal Power Plant, which boasts a capacity of 2,800 MW, and the Al-Mussaib Thermal Power Station at 1,280 MW, محطة الحلة الغازية الثانية is part of a broader energy cluster that highlights the significant role of gas in Iraq's energy landscape. This cluster includes a mix of both gas and oil-fired plants, such as the محطة كهرباء المسيب الحرارية and Al-Mansurya, further emphasizing the diversity of fuel types in the region. Iraq's energy profile consists of 104 total plants, with an average capacity of approximately 561 MW per facility, making the capacity of محطة الحلة الغازية الثانية relatively modest in comparison. However, its operational significance cannot be understated as it contributes to the overall stability of the power supply in the region. As Iraq continues to develop its energy strategy and infrastructure, the role of gas plants like محطة الحلة الغازية الثانية will become increasingly important in transitioning towards a more sustainable energy future. The government’s focus on enhancing capacity and efficiency promises to improve the economic landscape while addressing pressing energy demands.

Capacity
250 MW
Commissioning Year
2012

14 years old

Owner
Ministry of Electricity
Location
32.5422°, 44.3213°

Iraq, Asia

Context & rankings
  • 56. largest of 104 plants in Iraq
  • #6,657 worldwide by installed capacity
  • #2,445 of 5,146 Natural Gas plants worldwide
  • 0.43% of the installed capacity of Iraq
Age & fleet comparison

14 years in operation

Natural Gas fleet average: 26.9 years

Operator portfolio

Ministry of Electricity operates 33 plants totalling 16,868 MW

Regional density
Data provenance

Location

Coordinates:: 32.542198, 44.321329
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Carbon Footprint490 g CO₂/kWh
Annual CO₂
482.9 Kt
986 GWh/year × 490 g/kWh
Cumulative CO₂
6.76 Mt
Over 14 years of operation
Est. Retirement
2042
16 years remaining
Annual emissions equivalent to
105.0K
cars per year
64.4K
homes per year
21.9M
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
Iraq
Continent
Asia
Data Source
Global Power Plant Database

IraqEnergy Profile

104
Total Plants
58.4 GW
Total Capacity
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