Faisalabad Power Station— 144 MW Natural Gas
Faisalabad Power Station is a 144 MW gas-fired power plant located in Faisalabad, Pakistan, operated by Northern Power Generation Company Limited. It contributes to the gas-based electricity generation in the region since its commissioning. This facility ranks as the 36th largest gas plant in Pakistan. With 144 MW, it represents 0.56% of the country's total gas capacity of 25,796 MW. Pakistan has 46 gas plants with a combined capacity of 25,796 MW. In comparison, the largest gas plant, Bin Qasim Power Plant, has a capacity of 2,355 MW, making Faisalabad Power Station approximately 6% the size of this facility. Gas plays a significant role in Pakistan's energy landscape, accounting for a substantial portion of the country's electricity generation. The reliance on gas is critical for meeting energy demands, particularly in urban areas. The plant is situated approximately 150 km northwest of Lahore in the Punjab province.
21 years old
Pakistan, Asia
- 94. largest of 198 plants in Pakistan
- #8,611 worldwide by installed capacity
- #2,936 of 5,146 Natural Gas plants worldwide
- 0.15% of the installed capacity of Pakistan
21 years in operation
Natural Gas fleet average: 26.9 years
Northern Power Generation Company Limited operates 3 plants totalling 2,060 MW
27 plants within 100 km, 11,103 MW combined
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
Pakistan- Continent
- Asia
- Data Source
- Global Power Plant Database
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