Muzaffargarh Sugar Mill is a 120 MW coal-fired power plant located in Muzaffargarh, Pakistan, operated by Fatima Group since its commissioning in 2017. The facility generates electricity from coal, contributing to Pakistan's overall thermal power generation capacity. It is the 11th largest coal plant in Pakistan. With 120 MW, it represents 1.14% of the country's total coal capacity of 10,511 MW. Pakistan has 16 coal plants with a combined capacity of 10,511 MW. Compared to the country's largest coal plant, Sahiwal Coal Power Project at 1,320 MW, this facility is roughly one-ninth the size. Coal is a significant component of Pakistan's energy mix, accounting for approximately 30% of the country's electricity generation. The Muzaffargarh Sugar Mill utilizes locally sourced coal, aligning with national efforts to enhance energy security. The plant is situated approximately 350 km southwest of Lahore in the Punjab province.
9 years old
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.
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