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Teshreen (Tishrin) Thermal Power Project Syria400 MW Oil

Oil

The Teshreen Thermal Power Project, located in the Syrian Arab Republic, plays a crucial role in the country's energy generation landscape. With a capacity of 400 MW, this oil-fired power plant is significant in providing essential electricity to the national grid, particularly in a region that has faced considerable challenges in energy stability. Situated at coordinates 33.4186, 36.6861, the Teshreen plant is strategically positioned to meet the energy demands of surrounding areas, particularly in the context of Syria's ongoing recovery and development efforts post-conflict. The utilization of oil as a fuel type underscores the plant's operational context, where it contributes to the mix of energy sources despite the global shift towards renewable energy. The Teshreen Power Project serves as a critical asset for the Syrian government, helping to support infrastructure and industrial activities essential for economic revitalization. The technology employed in this facility, being a thermal power plant, relies on combustion of oil to generate steam, which drives turbines to produce electricity. This conventional method, while effective, faces scrutiny regarding environmental impacts, especially in a region striving for sustainable development. Nevertheless, the Teshreen plant remains a key player in Syria's energy sector, highlighting the complexity of managing energy resources amidst transitioning policies and energy needs.

Capacity
400 MW
Commissioning Year
1996

30 years old

Owner
Syrian Electricity Authority
Location
33.4186°, 36.6861°

Syria, Asia

Context & rankings
  • 10. largest of 18 plants in Syria
  • #5,237 worldwide by installed capacity
  • #195 of 2,478 Oil plants worldwide
  • 5.02% of the installed capacity of Syria
Age & fleet comparison

30 years in operation

Oil fleet average: 28.7 years

Operator portfolio

Syrian Electricity Authority operates 6 plants totalling 3,609 MW

Regional density

4 plants within 100 km, 1,425 MW combined

Nearest plant: Dier Ali CCGT Power Plant Syria (37.2 km)

Data provenance

Source: GEODB

Location

Coordinates:: 33.418600, 36.686100
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Carbon Footprint650 g CO₂/kWh
Annual CO₂
797.2 Kt
1226 GWh/year × 650 g/kWh
Cumulative CO₂
23.91 Mt
Over 30 years of operation
Closing Soon
2026
Expected to retire this year
Annual emissions equivalent to
173.3K
cars per year
106.3K
homes per year
36.2M
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
Syria
Continent
Asia
Data Source
Global Power Plant Database

SyriaEnergy Profile

18
Total Plants
8.0 GW
Total Capacity
OilGasHydro
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