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Central Termique de Kenitra300 MW Oil

Oil

The Central Termique de Kenitra, situated in Morocco at coordinates 34.2860° N, -6.5618° W, is an important oil-fired power generation facility with a capacity of 300 MW. Operated by the Office National de l'Electricite (ONE), this power plant has been in operation since 1979 and plays a crucial role in the national energy generation landscape. As Morocco seeks to diversify its energy mix and reduce dependence on fossil fuels, the Central Termique de Kenitra continues to provide a reliable source of energy for the local grid. The facility utilizes oil as its primary fuel type, which enables it to respond effectively to peak electricity demands and provide stability to the energy supply, particularly during transitional periods. Located in a region that is vital for both industrial and residential electricity consumption, this power plant has supported the economic development of Kenitra and surrounding areas. Morocco's energy policies increasingly emphasize renewable energy, but facilities like the Central Termique de Kenitra remain essential in the current energy landscape, highlighting the ongoing need for a balanced approach to energy generation in the country.

Capacity
300 MW
Commissioning Year
1979

47 years old

Owner
Office National de l\'Electricite (ONE)
Location
34.2860°, -6.5618°

Morocco, Africa

Context & rankings
  • 8. largest of 45 plants in Morocco
  • #6,026 worldwide by installed capacity
  • #231 of 2,478 Oil plants worldwide
  • 3.45% of the installed capacity of Morocco
Age & fleet comparison

47 years in operation

Oil fleet average: 28.7 years

Operator portfolio

Office National de l\'Electricite (ONE) operates 16 plants totalling 2,272 MW

Regional density

2 plants within 100 km, 44 MW combined

Nearest plant: EL KANSERA (66 km)

Data provenance

Location

Coordinates:: 34.286000, -6.561800
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Carbon Footprint650 g CO₂/kWh
Annual CO₂
597.9 Kt
920 GWh/year × 650 g/kWh
Cumulative CO₂
28.10 Mt
Over 47 years of operation
Past Retirement
2009
17 years past expected retirement
Annual emissions equivalent to
130.0K
cars per year
79.7K
homes per year
27.2M
trees to offset

Estimates based on Oil emission factor (650 g CO₂/kWh) and capacity factor (35%). Actual emissions may vary based on operating conditions, efficiency, and fuel quality.

Technical Details

Primary Fuel Type
Oil
Energy Source
Non-Renewable
Country
Morocco
Continent
Africa
Data Source
Global Power Plant Database

MoroccoEnergy Profile

45
Total Plants
8.7 GW
Total Capacity
CoalHydroGasWind
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