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Fauji Kabirwala Power Plant157 MW Natural Gas

GasVerified: Feb 2026

The Fauji Kabirwala Power Plant, with a capacity of 157 MW, is positioned as the 86th largest power generation facility in Pakistan, accounting for a modest 0.16% of the national total capacity of 98,402 MW. As one of the 198 power plants in the country, Fauji Kabirwala stands out as the 33rd largest gas plant among 46 facilities utilizing natural gas as a fuel source. This facility plays a crucial role in Pakistan's energy landscape, where hydroelectric power remains the dominant fuel type. The advanced gas turbine technology employed at Fauji Kabirwala allows for efficient energy conversion, making it a vital contributor to the grid stability and reliability essential for meeting the growing energy demands across the region. Located within a competitive energy cluster, Fauji Kabirwala is surrounded by significant nearby plants, including the Rousch Power Plant and Power Station Rousch, each with a capacity of 450 MW, demonstrating the region's reliance on gas-fired generation. The presence of oil-fired generation at the nearby Piranghaib Multan plant, with a capacity of 192 MW, further illustrates the mix of energy sources in the vicinity. Fauji Kabirwala's capacity is noteworthy when compared to the average capacity of power plants in Pakistan, which stands at approximately 496 MW, indicating the need for ongoing infrastructure development to enhance its output. Operated by Fauji Kabirwala Power Company, this plant has been instrumental since its inception in contributing to the energy needs of the local population and industries. As Pakistan seeks to diversify its energy portfolio, the significance of Fauji Kabirwala lies not only in its current contributions but also in its potential to adapt and integrate more sustainable practices, ensuring a balanced approach to energy production that can support future growth.

Capacity
157 MW
Commissioning Year
2010

16 years old

Owner
Fauji Kabirwala Power Company
Location
30.5238°, 71.9554°

Pakistan, Asia

Context & rankings
  • 86. largest of 198 plants in Pakistan
  • #8,240 worldwide by installed capacity
  • #2,861 of 5,146 Natural Gas plants worldwide
  • 0.16% of the installed capacity of Pakistan
Age & fleet comparison

16 years in operation

Natural Gas fleet average: 26.9 years

Operator portfolio

Fauji Kabirwala Power Company operates 1 plants totalling 157 MW

Regional density

13 plants within 100 km, 9,780 MW combined

Nearest plant: Power Station Rousch (18.2 km)

Data provenance

Location

Coordinates:: 30.523781, 71.955407
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Carbon Footprint490 g CO₂/kWh
Annual CO₂
303.3 Kt
619 GWh/year × 490 g/kWh
Cumulative CO₂
4.85 Mt
Over 16 years of operation
Est. Retirement
2040
14 years remaining
Annual emissions equivalent to
65.9K
cars per year
40.4K
homes per year
13.8M
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
Pakistan
Continent
Asia
Data Source
Global Power Plant Database

PakistanEnergy Profile

198
Total Plants
98.4 GW
Total Capacity
HydroGasCoalOil
Top Fuels

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