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The Manah power plant is a key player in Oman's energy generation landscape, delivering a capacity of 279 MW. Situated at coordinates 22.7067, 57.5779, this gas-fired power generation facility has been operational since 1997, making it a cornerstone of the local grid in terms of providing reliable electricity. As Oman focuses on diversifying its energy sources, the Manah power plant leverages natural gas, which is considered a cleaner alternative to other fossil fuels. The plant's operation is based on combined cycle technology, optimizing the use of gas to improve efficiency and reduce emissions compared to traditional power generation methods. The significance of Manah extends beyond its generation capacity; it plays an essential role in supporting Oman's economic growth by ensuring a stable power supply for industrial and residential sectors. With ongoing energy policy reforms aimed at increasing the share of renewable sources in the national mix, the Manah power plant illustrates the transitional phase in Oman's energy strategy, balancing immediate energy needs with long-term sustainability goals.

Capacity
279 MW
Commissioning Year
1997

29 years old

Owner
Oman Power and Water Procurement Company
Location
22.7067°, 57.5779°

Oman, Asia

Context & rankings
  • 10. largest of 12 plants in Oman
  • #6,363 worldwide by installed capacity
  • #2,348 of 5,146 Natural Gas plants worldwide
  • 4.64% of the installed capacity of Oman
Age & fleet comparison

29 years in operation

Natural Gas fleet average: 26.9 years

Operator portfolio

Oman Power and Water Procurement Company operates 8 plants totalling 4,422 MW

Data provenance

Location

Coordinates:: 22.706700, 57.577900
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Carbon Footprint490 g CO₂/kWh
Annual CO₂
538.9 Kt
1100 GWh/year × 490 g/kWh
Cumulative CO₂
15.63 Mt
Over 29 years of operation
Closing Soon
2027
1 year remaining
Annual emissions equivalent to
117.2K
cars per year
71.9K
homes per year
24.5M
trees to offset

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
Oman
Continent
Asia
Data Source
Global Power Plant Database

OmanEnergy Profile

12
Total Plants
6.0 GW
Total Capacity
GasSolar
Top Fuels

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