World Power Plants

Gelugor Power Station310 MW Natural Gas

GasVerified: Feb 2026

The Gelugor Power Station, located in Malaysia, is a crucial power generation facility that utilizes natural gas as its fuel source. With a capacity of 310 MW, this plant plays an integral role in supporting the national grid and addressing the growing energy needs of the region. Operated by Tenaga Nasional, Gelugor is strategically positioned at coordinates 5.3807, 100.3151, allowing it to effectively supply electricity to the surrounding areas, including urban centers that rely on a stable energy supply. The adoption of gas-fired technology at Gelugor Power Station promotes efficient energy generation and aligns with Malaysia's commitment to enhancing its energy security while reducing carbon emissions. As part of the country's energy policy, which focuses on a balanced energy mix and sustainable development, Gelugor is essential for maintaining grid reliability, especially during peak demand periods. The plant's operational capabilities allow it to respond quickly to changes in energy demand, making it a flexible and reliable source of electricity. Its contribution to Malaysia's energy landscape underscores the importance of natural gas in the nation's transition towards a more sustainable energy future, balancing economic growth with environmental considerations.

Capacity
310 MW
Commissioning Year
2016

10 years old

Owner
Tenaga Nasional
Location
5.3807°, 100.3151°

Malaysia, Asia

Context & rankings
  • 62. largest of 157 plants in Malaysia
  • #5,962 worldwide by installed capacity
  • #2,235 of 5,146 Natural Gas plants worldwide
  • 0.39% of the installed capacity of Malaysia
Age & fleet comparison

10 years in operation

Natural Gas fleet average: 26.9 years

Operator portfolio

Tenaga Nasional operates 26 plants totalling 10,582 MW

Regional density

21 plants within 100 km, 4,444 MW combined

Nearest plant: Malakoff Prai Power Plant (6.5 km)

Data provenance

Source: Wikidata

Location

Coordinates:: 5.380700, 100.315100
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Carbon Footprint490 g CO₂/kWh
Annual CO₂
598.8 Kt
1222 GWh/year × 490 g/kWh
Cumulative CO₂
5.99 Mt
Over 10 years of operation
Est. Retirement
2046
20 years remaining
Annual emissions equivalent to
130.2K
cars per year
79.8K
homes per year
27.2M
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
Malaysia
Continent
Asia
Data Source
Global Power Plant Database

MalaysiaEnergy Profile

157
Total Plants
79.6 GW
Total Capacity
GasCoalHydroSolar
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