Khushab Coal-Fired Thermal Power Plant is a 50 MW coal-fired power plant in Pakistan, operated by PAEC since its commissioning. Ranked #13 of 16 coal plants in Pakistan, it contributes 0.48% of the country's total coal capacity of 10,511 MW. The largest coal plant in Pakistan is Sahiwal Coal Power Project at 1,320 MW, making Khushab 26.4 times smaller. Nearby plants include Heavy Water Production Plant (50 MW, Nuclear), Adhi Kot (12 MW, Solar), and Khushab Nuclear Complex (0 MW, Nuclear). The facility is located in Khushab District, approximately 250 km southwest of Islamabad.
Pakistan, Asia
- Primary Fuel Type
- Coal
- Energy Source
- Non-Renewable
- Country
Pakistan- Continent
- Asia
- Data Source
- Global Power Plant Database
Coal has long been a cornerstone of electricity generation worldwide, with a significant presence in the global energy landscape. As of recent data, there are approximately 2,608 coal power plants operating across 74 countries, boasting a total installed capacity of 2,257.3 gigawatts (GW). The leading nations in coal power generation include China, with 1,018 plants generating 1,038.0 GW, India with 287 plants at 253.3 GW, and the United States with 291 plants producing 252.0 GW. Other notable contributors include Germany and Japan, with 130 plants and 76.8 GW, and 61 plants and 63.9 GW, respectively. This widespread utilization reflects the essential role coal has played in the development of industrial and residential power systems globally.
Help us improve our database by reporting any corrections or updates. Your contribution helps keep our global power plant data accurate and up-to-date.