Ramat Negev Energy is a 120 MW gas-fired power plant located in Israel, operated by Edeltech and commissioned in 2015. The facility generates electricity using natural gas, contributing to Israel's energy supply. Ramat Negev Energy ranks as the 15th largest gas plant in Israel. With 120 MW, it represents 1.3% of the country's total gas capacity of 9,213 MW. Israel has 18 gas plants with a combined capacity of 9,213 MW. Compared to the largest gas plant in Israel, Eshkol at 1,432 MW, Ramat Negev Energy is approximately 8.4% the size. Natural gas is a vital component of Israel's energy strategy, providing around 70% of the country's electricity generation. The Ramat Negev Energy plant supports Israel's shift towards cleaner energy sources. It is located approximately 50 km from Beersheba, a key city in the Negev region.
11 years old
Israel, Asia
- 18. largest of 59 plants in Israel
- #9,242 worldwide by installed capacity
- #3,112 of 5,146 Natural Gas plants worldwide
- 0.82% of the installed capacity of Israel
11 years in operation
Natural Gas fleet average: 26.9 years
Edeltech operates 2 plants totalling 175 MW
41 plants within 100 km, 8,742 MW combined
Source: Edeltech
Location
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
Israel- Continent
- Asia
- Data Source
- Global Power Plant Database
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