Sultan Mahmud Power Station— 400 MW Natural Gas
The Sultan Mahmud Power Station, located in Malaysia, serves as a key gas-fired power generation facility with a capacity of 400 MW. Commissioned in 1978, this power plant plays an essential role in the country's energy mix, particularly as Malaysia seeks to balance its growing energy demands with sustainable practices. Situated at coordinates 5.0237, 102.9100, the Sultan Mahmud Power Station is strategically positioned to contribute to the local grid, ensuring a steady supply of electricity to the surrounding regions. Operated by Tenaga Nasional, Malaysia’s largest electricity utility, the plant utilizes gas as its primary fuel source, which is a cleaner alternative compared to coal and oil, aligning with national energy policies aimed at reducing greenhouse gas emissions. The gas generation technology employed in this facility involves the combustion of natural gas to produce steam that drives turbines, making it efficient and capable of meeting the fluctuating energy needs of the nation. The Sultan Mahmud Power Station not only enhances Malaysia's energy generation capacity but also supports the government’s initiatives to transition towards a more sustainable energy future. By harnessing natural gas, this power plant contributes significantly to the stability and reliability of Malaysia’s energy infrastructure.
48 years old
Malaysia, Asia
- 49. largest of 157 plants in Malaysia
- #5,237 worldwide by installed capacity
- #1,932 of 5,146 Natural Gas plants worldwide
- 0.5% of the installed capacity of Malaysia
48 years in operation
Natural Gas fleet average: 26.9 years
Tenaga Nasional operates 26 plants totalling 10,582 MW
11 plants within 100 km, 5,162 MW combined
Nearest plant: Hulu Terengganu Hydroelectric Project (36.7 km)
Source: Wikidata
Location
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
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