Doha South Super GT Power Plant is a 67 MW gas-fired power plant in Qatar, operated since its commissioning. Ranked #12 of 12 gas plants in Qatar, this facility represents 0.64% of Qatar's total gas capacity of 10,548 MW. The largest gas plant in Qatar is Ras Laffan C CCGT Power Plant at 2,730 MW, making Doha South 40.7 times smaller. Nearby plants within 50 km include Mesaieed CCGT Power Plant (2,007 MW, Gas) and Qatalum CCGT Power Plant (1,350 MW, Gas). The facility is located in the Al Wakrah Municipality, approximately 30 km south of the capital, Doha.
11 years old
Qatar, 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
Qatar- Continent
- Asia
- Data Source
- Global Power Plant Database
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