SITE Gas Turbine Power Station is a 107.312 MW gas-fired power plant located in Pakistan, operated by K-Electric. It is one of 46 gas plants in the country and contributes to the national electricity supply. This facility ranks as the 41st largest gas power plant in Pakistan. With a capacity of 107.312 MW, it accounts for approximately 0.42% of Pakistan's total gas generation capacity of 25,796 MW. The largest gas plant in the country, Bin Qasim Power Plant, has a capacity of 2,355 MW, making SITE Gas Turbine Power Station significantly smaller at roughly 4.5% of its size. Gas plays an essential role in Pakistan's energy mix, providing a substantial portion of the electricity supply. The country has a diverse energy landscape, with gas plants contributing significantly to the overall capacity of 98,402 MW. SITE Gas Turbine Power Station is located in Karachi, approximately 25 km from the city center.
11 years old
Pakistan, Asia
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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