Bisha Power Plant is a pivotal oil-fired power generation facility located in Saudi Arabia, holding the 90th rank among the country's 163 power plants. With a generation capacity of 219 MW, it is also positioned as the 49th largest oil plant in the nation. This ranking illustrates the facility's role in Saudi Arabia’s energy sector, which is primarily dominated by gas, highlighting the diversity of fuel sources within the country's energy mix. Bisha Power Plant accounts for approximately 0.15% of Saudi Arabia’s total capacity of 144,506 MW, emphasizing its contribution to the national grid. The facility employs oil as its primary fuel, a choice that reflects the historical energy landscape of Saudi Arabia, although the country is increasingly diversifying its energy sources to include renewables. In the vicinity of Bisha, the facility is complemented by the nearby BISHA oil plant, which has a larger capacity of 364.6 MW, showcasing a regional reliance on oil for energy generation. Saudi Arabia’s energy profile is characterized by a significant focus on gas, but facilities like Bisha Power Plant highlight the ongoing importance of oil in meeting energy demands. Operated by the Saudi Electricity Company, Bisha Power Plant has been in operation since its commissioning, contributing to the energy needs of the region. As Saudi Arabia continues to evolve its energy strategy, Bisha Power Plant represents a critical link in the chain, providing vital support to the grid while the country explores innovative energy solutions and prepares for a more sustainable future.
11 years old
Saudi Arabia, Asia
- 91. largest of 163 plants in Saudi Arabia
- #7,127 worldwide by installed capacity
- #285 of 2,478 Oil plants worldwide
- 0.15% of the installed capacity of Saudi Arabia
11 years in operation
Oil fleet average: 28.7 years
Saudi Electricity Company operates 46 plants totalling 47,380 MW
1 plants within 100 km, 365 MW combined
Source: OpenStreetMap
Location
Estimates based on Oil emission factor (650 g CO₂/kWh) and capacity factor (35%). Actual emissions may vary based on operating conditions, efficiency, and fuel quality.
Technical Details
- Primary Fuel Type
- Oil
- Energy Source
- Non-Renewable
- Country
Saudi Arabia- Continent
- Asia
- Data Source
- Global Power Plant Database
Nearby Power Plants
See Incorrect or Missing Data?
Help us improve our database by reporting any corrections or updates. Your contribution helps keep our global power plant data accurate and up-to-date.