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Mukah Coal Power Plant270 MW Coal

CoalVerified: Feb 2026

Mukah Coal Power Plant, located in Malaysia at coordinates 2.9683° N and 112.3229° E, is an essential coal-fired power generation facility that contributes significantly to the country's energy landscape. With a capacity of 270 MW, this power plant is operated by Sarawak Energy and plays a key role in meeting the energy demands of the region. Coal technology, despite its environmental challenges, remains a critical component of Malaysia's energy mix, particularly in ensuring that the growing industrial and residential sectors have a reliable electricity supply. The Mukah Coal Power Plant utilizes subcritical technology, which has been a conventional method for generating electricity from coal, allowing for a consistent output of power. The operational context of this facility is particularly important, as it supports the local grid and contributes to the stability of electricity supply in the area. While Malaysia is actively pursuing a transition towards cleaner energy sources, the Mukah Coal Power Plant reflects the current realities of energy generation in the country, balancing the need for economic development with the challenges of environmental sustainability. As part of Sarawak Energy's commitment to providing reliable power, this facility plays a pivotal role in the region's energy infrastructure.

Capacity
270 MW
Commissioning Year
2015

11 years old

Owner
Sarawak Energy
Location
2.9683°, 112.3229°

Malaysia, Asia

Context & rankings
  • 65. largest of 157 plants in Malaysia
  • #6,419 worldwide by installed capacity
  • #1,932 of 2,793 Coal plants worldwide
  • 0.34% of the installed capacity of Malaysia
Age & fleet comparison

11 years in operation

Coal fleet average: 29.2 years

Operator portfolio

Sarawak Energy operates 25 plants totalling 12,872 MW

Regional density

6 plants within 100 km, 4,004 MW combined

Nearest plant: Balingian Power Station (30.7 km)

Data provenance

Location

Coordinates:: 2.968282, 112.322933
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Carbon Footprint820 g CO₂/kWh
Annual CO₂
1.07 Mt
1301 GWh/year × 820 g/kWh
Cumulative CO₂
11.73 Mt
Over 11 years of operation
Est. Retirement
2055
29 years remaining
Annual emissions equivalent to
231.9K
cars per year
142.2K
homes per year
48.5M
trees to offset

Estimates based on Coal emission factor (820 g CO₂/kWh) and capacity factor (55%). Actual emissions may vary based on operating conditions, efficiency, and fuel quality.

Technical Details

Primary Fuel Type
Coal
Energy Source
Non-Renewable
Country
Malaysia
Continent
Asia
Data Source
Global Power Plant Database

MalaysiaEnergy Profile

157
Total Plants
79.6 GW
Total Capacity
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