KivuWatt is a 26 MW gas power plant in Rwanda, operated by KivuWatt Limited (ContourGlobal) since 2016. Ranked #1 of 1 gas plants in Rwanda. Its 26 MW represents 100% of Rwanda's total gas capacity. The largest gas plant in Rwanda is KivuWatt at 26 MW, making it the only facility of its kind. Within 50 km, the nearest plants are Rusizi I (29.8 MW, Hydro), Nyabarongo I (28 MW, Hydro), and Gisenyi (3.78 MW, Waste). The facility is located in the Western Province, approximately 150 km from Kigali.
10 years old
Rwanda, Africa
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
Rwanda- Continent
- Africa
- Data Source
- Global Power Plant Database
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