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Mosul Gas Power Station250 MW Natural Gas

GasVerified: Feb 2026

The الموصل الغازية محطة كهرباء, or Mosul Gas Power Plant, is an essential energy generation facility located in Iraq, with a capacity of 250 MW. Operated by the Ministry of Electricity and commissioned in 2004, this gas-fired power plant is situated at coordinates 36.3198, 43.1084. The Mosul Gas Power Plant plays a critical role in providing electricity to the local grid, which is vital for both residential and commercial users in the area. As Iraq seeks to enhance its energy generation capabilities, natural gas has emerged as a preferred fuel type due to its lower environmental impact compared to traditional fossil fuels. The technological aspects of this power plant, utilizing gas-fired generation technology, enable it to operate efficiently and respond flexibly to the fluctuating energy demands. This facility also aligns with Iraq's broader energy strategy aimed at improving energy security and increasing the share of cleaner energy in the national mix. The Mosul Gas Power Plant is thus not only a key player in the region’s electricity supply but also a contributor to the ongoing efforts to modernize Iraq's energy landscape.

Capacity
250 MW
Commissioning Year
2004

22 years old

Owner
Ministry of Electricity
Location
36.3198°, 43.1084°

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

22 years in operation

Natural Gas fleet average: 26.9 years

Operator portfolio

Ministry of Electricity operates 33 plants totalling 16,868 MW

Regional density

16 plants within 100 km, 9,768 MW combined

Nearest plant: مولدة اياد الغالي (6.9 km)

Data provenance

Location

Coordinates:: 36.319835, 43.108380
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Carbon Footprint490 g CO₂/kWh
Annual CO₂
482.9 Kt
986 GWh/year × 490 g/kWh
Cumulative CO₂
10.62 Mt
Over 22 years of operation
Est. Retirement
2034
8 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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