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Dedisa Peaking Power Plant335 MW Natural Gas

GasVerified: Feb 2026

The Dedisa Peaking Power Plant is a critical energy generation facility located in South Africa, specifically at the coordinates -33.7438, 25.6729. This gas-fired power plant plays an essential role in the national energy mix, particularly in meeting the peak demand of the country's electricity grid. With a capacity of 335 MW, Dedisa is designed to operate primarily during peak hours, providing reliable and flexible energy generation that is crucial for stabilizing the grid and ensuring a continuous power supply to households and businesses. The facility utilizes advanced gas turbine technology, which is known for its efficiency and quick response times, making it an ideal choice for peaking power generation. The significance of Dedisa extends beyond its operational capacity; it serves as a backbone for South Africa's energy infrastructure, particularly in the context of the country's energy policy that emphasizes the need for a diverse and resilient energy mix. As South Africa continues to transition towards more sustainable energy solutions, the Dedisa Peaking Power Plant remains a vital part of the strategy to ensure energy security and reliability.

Capacity
335 MW
Commissioning Year
2014

12 years old

Owner
Eskom
Location
-33.7438°, 25.6729°

South Africa, Africa

Context & rankings
  • 33. largest of 232 plants in South Africa
  • #5,760 worldwide by installed capacity
  • #2,150 of 5,146 Natural Gas plants worldwide
  • 0.47% of the installed capacity of South Africa
Age & fleet comparison

12 years in operation

Natural Gas fleet average: 26.9 years

Operator portfolio

Eskom operates 53 plants totalling 61,395 MW

Regional density

12 plants within 100 km, 687 MW combined

Nearest plant: Grassridge Wind Farm (9.9 km)

Data provenance

Source: Wikidata

Location

Coordinates:: -33.743806, 25.672861
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Carbon Footprint490 g CO₂/kWh
Annual CO₂
647.1 Kt
1321 GWh/year × 490 g/kWh
Cumulative CO₂
7.76 Mt
Over 12 years of operation
Est. Retirement
2044
18 years remaining
Annual emissions equivalent to
140.7K
cars per year
86.3K
homes per year
29.4M
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
South Africa
Continent
Africa
Data Source
Global Power Plant Database

South AfricaEnergy Profile

232
Total Plants
71.9 GW
Total Capacity
CoalHydroSolarGas
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