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Putrajaya Power Station252 MW Natural Gas

GasVerified: Feb 2026

Putrajaya Power Station, ranking as the 70th largest power generation facility in Malaysia, plays a critical role within the country's energy landscape. With a capacity of 252 MW, it contributes approximately 0.32% of Malaysia's total installed capacity of 79,583 MW, showcasing its importance despite being relatively small compared to larger plants in the region. Operated by Tenaga Nasional and commissioned in 1993, this gas-fired power plant utilizes advanced technology to efficiently convert natural gas into electricity, thus supporting the Malaysian grid's reliability. Located in the vicinity of several significant power facilities, Putrajaya Power Station is surrounded by larger gas plants such as Kapar Energy Ventures with a robust capacity of 2,420 MW, Sultan Salahuddin Abdul Aziz Power Station at 2,200 MW, and Jimah Power Plant, which stands at 2,000 MW. This cluster of gas facilities emphasizes the region's dependency on natural gas as a primary energy source, further solidifying Malaysia's position as a gas-dominant nation. Interestingly, the presence of the Sultan Aziz Power Station, a coal-fired plant with a capacity of 1,600 MW, adds diversity to the local energy mix, though gas remains the prevailing fuel type. In terms of context, Malaysia has a total of 157 power plants, primarily utilizing gas, with an average capacity of approximately 506 MW per plant, making Putrajaya's capacity modest in comparison to the national average. The plant's operational efficiency and strategic location are crucial in maintaining energy stability in the area, especially as the nation seeks to balance its energy demands with sustainable practices. Looking ahead, Putrajaya Power Station, along with its larger counterparts, will play an essential role in Malaysia's energy transition, aiming for increased efficiency and reduced carbon emissions as part of the country's long-term energy strategy.

Capacity
252 MW
Commissioning Year
1993

33 years old

Owner
Tenaga Nasional
Location
2.9659°, 101.6852°

Malaysia, Asia

Context & rankings
  • 70. largest of 157 plants in Malaysia
  • #6,633 worldwide by installed capacity
  • #2,433 of 5,146 Natural Gas plants worldwide
  • 0.32% of the installed capacity of Malaysia
Age & fleet comparison

33 years in operation

Natural Gas fleet average: 26.9 years

Operator portfolio

Tenaga Nasional operates 26 plants totalling 10,582 MW

Regional density

31 plants within 100 km, 22,330 MW combined

Nearest plant: Genting Sanyen (19.1 km)

Data provenance

Source: Wikidata

Location

Coordinates:: 2.965881, 101.685202
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Carbon Footprint490 g CO₂/kWh
Annual CO₂
486.8 Kt
993 GWh/year × 490 g/kWh
Cumulative CO₂
16.06 Mt
Over 33 years of operation
Past Retirement
2023
3 years past expected retirement
Annual emissions equivalent to
105.8K
cars per year
64.9K
homes per year
22.1M
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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