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Ras Abu Fontas B-1 OCGT Power Plant Qatar376 MW Natural Gas

Gas

The Ras Abu Fontas B-1 OCGT Power Plant, located in Qatar, is a pivotal facility in the nation's energy generation framework. With a generation capacity of 376 MW, this gas-fired power plant operates using open cycle gas turbine (OCGT) technology, which allows for rapid start-up and efficient electricity generation from natural gas. Commissioned to meet the growing energy demands of the region, the plant is strategically positioned at coordinates 25.1978° N latitude and 51.6167° E longitude, making it an essential part of Qatar's energy infrastructure. As a country rich in natural gas resources, Qatar has focused on diversifying its energy portfolio while ensuring reliability and sustainability. The Ras Abu Fontas B-1 power plant plays a crucial role in stabilizing the local grid, particularly during peak demand periods, thereby supporting both residential and industrial energy needs. In the context of Qatar's energy policies, the plant aligns with national objectives to enhance energy efficiency and reduce carbon footprint, positioning Qatar as a leader in energy innovation while maintaining economic growth.

Capacity
376 MW
Commissioning Year
2010

16 years old

Owner
Qatar Electricity and Water Company
Location
25.1978°, 51.6167°

Qatar, Asia

Context & rankings
  • 9. largest of 12 plants in Qatar
  • #5,470 worldwide by installed capacity
  • #2,029 of 5,146 Natural Gas plants worldwide
  • 3.56% of the installed capacity of Qatar
Age & fleet comparison

16 years in operation

Natural Gas fleet average: 26.9 years

Operator portfolio

Qatar Electricity and Water Company operates 8 plants totalling 4,687 MW

Regional density
Data provenance

Source: GEODB

Location

Coordinates:: 25.197800, 51.616700
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Carbon Footprint490 g CO₂/kWh
Annual CO₂
726.3 Kt
1482 GWh/year × 490 g/kWh
Cumulative CO₂
11.62 Mt
Over 16 years of operation
Est. Retirement
2040
14 years remaining
Annual emissions equivalent to
157.9K
cars per year
96.8K
homes per year
33.0M
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
Qatar
Continent
Asia
Data Source
Global Power Plant Database

QatarEnergy Profile

12
Total Plants
10.6 GW
Total Capacity
Gas
Top Fuels

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