World Power Plants

Manifa CO-GENERATION PLANT374.5 MW Natural Gas

Gas

The Manifa Co-Generation Plant stands as a key player in Saudi Arabia's energy generation sector, with a capacity of 374.5 MW since its commissioning in 2014. This gas-fired power plant, operated by Saudi Aramco, is strategically located at coordinates 27.5800 latitude and 48.8680 longitude, in a region that is pivotal for both energy production and water desalination, enhancing its role in the local infrastructure. The facility employs advanced gas turbine technology, allowing for efficient energy production while also providing steam for industrial processes, demonstrating the plant's dual functionality in energy and water provision. As Saudi Arabia continues to diversify its energy sources and reduce its dependence on oil, the Manifa Co-Generation Plant exemplifies the country's commitment to utilizing natural gas as a cleaner alternative. This aligns with national energy policies aimed at increasing efficiency and sustainability within the energy sector. The plant’s output significantly contributes to the local grid, supporting the growing energy demands of both urban and industrial sectors in the region.

Capacity
374.5 MW
Commissioning Year
2014

12 years old

Owner
Saudi Aramco
Location
27.5800°, 48.8680°

Saudi Arabia, Asia

Context & rankings
  • 80. largest of 163 plants in Saudi Arabia
  • #5,485 worldwide by installed capacity
  • #2,034 of 5,146 Natural Gas plants worldwide
  • 0.26% of the installed capacity of Saudi Arabia
Age & fleet comparison

12 years in operation

Natural Gas fleet average: 26.9 years

Operator portfolio

Saudi Aramco operates 12 plants totalling 2,997 MW

Regional density
Data provenance

Source: ECRA

Location

Coordinates:: 27.580000, 48.868000
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Carbon Footprint490 g CO₂/kWh
Annual CO₂
723.4 Kt
1476 GWh/year × 490 g/kWh
Cumulative CO₂
8.68 Mt
Over 12 years of operation
Est. Retirement
2044
18 years remaining
Annual emissions equivalent to
157.3K
cars per year
96.5K
homes per year
32.9M
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
Saudi Arabia
Continent
Asia
Data Source
Global Power Plant Database

Saudi ArabiaEnergy Profile

163
Total Plants
144.3 GW
Total Capacity
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