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The Kilo-X Dit power generation facility in Sudan is a noteworthy player in the nation’s energy landscape, ranking as the fourth largest power plant with a capacity of 260 MW. This capacity accounts for approximately 9.34% of the country's total capacity of 2,783 MW, emphasizing its importance in Sudan's energy mix, which is predominantly hydroelectric. Kilo-X Dit stands as the second largest oil plant in Sudan, illustrating the diverse fuel types utilized within the country. The facility employs oil as its primary fuel source, allowing it to contribute significantly to the energy supply despite Sudan's larger reliance on hydroelectric power. In close proximity to other plants such as the Khartoum North oil plant, boasting a capacity of 351 MW, and the Kilo-X Nec facility, which has a capacity of 33.5 MW, Kilo-X Dit is part of a growing energy cluster in the region. This geographical concentration of plants not only enhances reliability but also provides a buffer against fluctuations in energy supply. Owned and operated within the framework of Sudan's evolving energy sector, Kilo-X Dit represents a critical resource in addressing the nation’s energy challenges. As Sudan continues to develop its infrastructure, the Kilo-X Dit plant is expected to play an increasingly important role in diversifying the energy portfolio while supporting economic growth.

Capacity
260 MW
Commissioning Year
2010

16 years old

Owner
Sudan Electricity Distribution Company
Location
15.5881°, 32.5342°

Sudan, Africa

Context & rankings
  • 4. largest of 18 plants in Sudan
  • #6,546 worldwide by installed capacity
  • #259 of 2,478 Oil plants worldwide
  • 9.34% of the installed capacity of Sudan
Age & fleet comparison

16 years in operation

Oil fleet average: 28.7 years

Operator portfolio

Sudan Electricity Distribution Company operates 7 plants totalling 747 MW

Regional density

4 plants within 100 km, 719 MW combined

Nearest plant: Kilo-X Nec (7.4 km)

Data provenance

Location

Coordinates:: 15.588100, 32.534200
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Carbon Footprint650 g CO₂/kWh
Annual CO₂
518.2 Kt
797 GWh/year × 650 g/kWh
Cumulative CO₂
8.29 Mt
Over 16 years of operation
Est. Retirement
2040
14 years remaining
Annual emissions equivalent to
112.6K
cars per year
69.1K
homes per year
23.6M
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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