RAFHA is an oil-fired power generation facility located in Saudi Arabia, boasting a capacity of 305.6 MW. Commissioned in 2016, this power plant is operated by the Saudi Electricity Company (SEC), which plays a vital role in the national energy sector. Situated at coordinates 29.6200, 43.5260, RAFHA is strategically important for the local grid, providing essential electricity to meet the demands of the surrounding areas. The use of oil as a fuel type underscores Saudi Arabia's historical reliance on fossil fuels for energy generation, although the country is gradually transitioning towards more sustainable energy sources. This power plant's operational context is framed by the broader energy policy landscape in Saudi Arabia, which aims to diversify energy sources and reduce dependence on oil. As such, facilities like RAFHA are crucial in the interim period while the country explores and develops renewable energy alternatives.
10 years old
Saudi Arabia, Asia
- 85. largest of 163 plants in Saudi Arabia
- #5,993 worldwide by installed capacity
- #229 of 2,478 Oil plants worldwide
- 0.21% of the installed capacity of Saudi Arabia
10 years in operation
Oil fleet average: 28.7 years
Saudi Electricity Company (SEC) operates 53 plants totalling 55,340 MW
1 plants within 100 km, 0 MW combined
Source: ECRA
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
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