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Khartoum North is a pivotal oil-fired power generation facility situated in Sudan, with geographical coordinates of 15.6500, 32.5630. This power plant has a capacity of 351 MW and is essential for meeting the energy demands of the rapidly growing urban population in Khartoum and surrounding areas. The plant's reliance on oil as its primary fuel type underscores the country's energy landscape, where oil remains a critical resource for electricity generation. Khartoum North plays a fundamental role in providing a stable power supply, which is vital for economic activities and the overall development of Sudan. The facility operates within a challenging context, where energy access is crucial for improving living standards and fostering industrial growth. In the broader context of Sudan's energy policies, Khartoum North represents an important component of the country's strategy to enhance energy generation capabilities and improve infrastructure. As the nation strives to modernize its energy sector, the operational significance of Khartoum North cannot be overlooked, as it continues to support both social and economic progress in the region.

Capacity
351 MW
Commissioning Year
1998

28 years old

Owner
Sudanese Electricity Distribution Company
Location
15.6500°, 32.5630°

Sudan, Africa

Context & rankings
  • 2. largest of 18 plants in Sudan
  • #5,625 worldwide by installed capacity
  • #208 of 2,478 Oil plants worldwide
  • 12.61% of the installed capacity of Sudan
Age & fleet comparison

28 years in operation

Oil fleet average: 28.7 years

Operator portfolio

Sudanese Electricity Distribution Company operates 1 plants totalling 351 MW

Regional density

4 plants within 100 km, 628 MW combined

Nearest plant: Kilo-X Dit (7.5 km)

Data provenance

Location

Coordinates:: 15.650000, 32.563000
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Carbon Footprint650 g CO₂/kWh
Annual CO₂
699.5 Kt
1076 GWh/year × 650 g/kWh
Cumulative CO₂
19.59 Mt
Over 28 years of operation
Closing Soon
2028
2 years remaining
Annual emissions equivalent to
152.1K
cars per year
93.3K
homes per year
31.8M
trees to offset

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
Sudan
Continent
Africa
Data Source
Global Power Plant Database

SudanEnergy Profile

18
Total Plants
2.8 GW
Total Capacity
HydroOilGasBiomass
Top Fuels

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