Stesen Janaelektrik Sultan Mahmud— 400 MW Hydroelectric
Stesen Janaelektrik Sultan Mahmud is a prominent hydroelectric power generation facility situated in Malaysia. With a capacity of 400 MW, this power plant plays a crucial role in the country's energy generation strategy, harnessing the natural flow of water to produce clean and renewable energy. The plant's location at coordinates 5.0230, 102.9108 allows it to effectively utilize the region's hydrological resources, contributing significantly to the local grid and supporting Malaysia's commitment to sustainable energy practices. As a hydro facility, it operates using dam technology, which is essential for regulating water flow and maximizing energy output. This aligns with Malaysia's broader energy policy that emphasizes the importance of renewable sources in reducing reliance on fossil fuels and minimizing environmental impact. The Stesen Janaelektrik Sultan Mahmud not only enhances energy generation capacity but also supports local communities by providing a stable electricity supply, thus playing a pivotal role in the economic development of the region.
30 years old
Malaysia, Asia
- 49. largest of 157 plants in Malaysia
- #5,237 worldwide by installed capacity
- #863 of 8,493 Hydroelectric plants worldwide
- 0.5% of the installed capacity of Malaysia
30 years in operation
Hydroelectric fleet average: 42.1 years
Tenaga Nasional Berhad operates 27 plants totalling 19,765 MW
11 plants within 100 km, 5,162 MW combined
Nearest plant: Hulu Terengganu Hydroelectric Project (36.8 km)
Source: OpenStreetMap
Location
Zero Direct Emissions
Stesen Janaelektrik Sultan Mahmud is a hydro power plant producing approximately 1402 GWh of clean electricity per year with zero direct CO₂ emissions during operation.
Lifecycle emissions: ~24 g CO₂/kWh (manufacturing, transport, decommissioning)
Technical Details
- Primary Fuel Type
- Hydro
- Energy Source
- Renewable
- Country
Malaysia- Continent
- Asia
- Data Source
- Global Power Plant Database
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