Paratus (Walvis) is a 25.6 MW oil power plant in Namibia, operated since its commissioning. Ranked #1 of 3 oil plants in Namibia, it represents 42.74% of the country's total oil capacity of 60 MW. The largest oil plant in Namibia is Paratus (Walvis) at 26 MW, making it slightly larger than itself. Nearby plants within 50 km include Anixas (24.3 MW, Oil). The plant is located in the Erongo Region, approximately 30 km from the city of Walvis Bay.
11 years old
Namibia, Africa
- 4. largest of 13 plants in Namibia
- #17,623 worldwide by installed capacity
- #824 of 2,478 Oil plants worldwide
- 5.09% of the installed capacity of Namibia
11 years in operation
Oil fleet average: 28.7 years
NamPower operates 5 plants totalling 395 MW
3 plants within 100 km, 84 MW combined
Source: African Development Bank Group
Location
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
Namibia- Continent
- Africa
- Data Source
- Global Power Plant Database
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