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Mukah Power Station270 MW Natural Gas

GasVerified: Feb 2026

Mukah Power Station, situated in Malaysia at coordinates 2.9690° N and 112.3234° E, is a prominent gas-fired power generation facility that contributes significantly to the country's energy mix. With a capacity of 270 MW, this power plant plays an essential role in supporting the growing energy demands of the region. Operated by Sarawak Energy, Mukah Power Station utilizes natural gas, a cleaner fossil fuel option, to generate electricity efficiently. Natural gas technology is recognized for its lower carbon emissions compared to coal, making it a crucial component of Malaysia's strategy to transition towards a more sustainable energy future. The plant's operational context is vital, as it not only helps stabilize the local grid but also supports the government’s energy policy, which seeks to diversify the energy portfolio and reduce reliance on more polluting energy sources. Mukah Power Station exemplifies the importance of gas in Malaysia's energy landscape, ensuring that both urban and rural areas have access to reliable electricity while contributing to the overall economic development of the region.

Capacity
270 MW
Commissioning Year
2014

12 years old

Owner
Sarawak Energy
Location
2.9690°, 112.3234°

Malaysia, Asia

Context & rankings
  • 65. largest of 157 plants in Malaysia
  • #6,419 worldwide by installed capacity
  • #2,376 of 5,146 Natural Gas plants worldwide
  • 0.34% of the installed capacity of Malaysia
Age & fleet comparison

12 years in operation

Natural Gas fleet average: 26.9 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

Source: Wikidata

Location

Coordinates:: 2.969000, 112.323400
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Carbon Footprint490 g CO₂/kWh
Annual CO₂
521.5 Kt
1064 GWh/year × 490 g/kWh
Cumulative CO₂
6.26 Mt
Over 12 years of operation
Est. Retirement
2044
18 years remaining
Annual emissions equivalent to
113.4K
cars per year
69.5K
homes per year
23.7M
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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