Paras Energy is a 96 MW gas power plant in Nigeria, operated by Paras Energy. Ranked #28 of 29 gas plants in Nigeria. Its 96 MW represents 0.81% of Nigeria's 11,872 MW total gas capacity. The largest gas plant in Nigeria is Egbin Thermal Power Station at 1,320 MW, making Paras Energy 13.8 times smaller. Within 50 km, the nearest plants are Egbin Thermal Power Station (1,320 MW, Gas) and Olorunsogo II (750 MW, Gas). The facility is located in Lagos State, approximately 30 km northwest of Lagos city center.
Nigeria, Africa
- Primary Fuel Type
- Gas
- Energy Source
- Non-Renewable
- Country
Nigeria- Continent
- Africa
- Data Source
- Global Power Plant Database
Gas power generation is a significant component of the global energy landscape, characterized by the use of natural gas to produce electricity. This process typically involves either gas turbines or combined cycle gas plants. In a gas turbine, compressed air is mixed with natural gas and ignited, producing high-temperature exhaust gases that spin a turbine connected to a generator. Combined cycle plants enhance efficiency by utilizing both gas and steam turbines. After the gas turbine generates electricity, the waste heat is used to produce steam, which drives a steam turbine, thereby maximizing energy extraction from the fuel.
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