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The Dushanbe Power Plant, located in Tajikistan, serves as a pivotal energy generation facility within the region, particularly given the country's reliance on diverse fuel sources. With a capacity of 430 MW, this power plant primarily utilizes oil, complemented by coal as a secondary fuel. Positioned at coordinates 38.6106, 68.7726, the Dushanbe facility is strategically important for meeting the energy demands of the capital city and surrounding areas. Operated by Barki Tojik, the power plant plays a critical role in enhancing the local grid's reliability and addressing the energy needs of both residential and industrial consumers. The operational context of the Dushanbe facility is significant, as Tajikistan continues to develop its energy infrastructure to support economic growth and improve living standards. The use of oil and coal in energy generation reflects the country's current energy landscape, even as there is a global shift towards cleaner energy sources. With ongoing discussions about energy diversification and renewable integration, the Dushanbe Power Plant exemplifies the transitional phase of Tajikistan's energy policies. The facility's contributions to the national grid are essential, particularly in a country where energy access remains a challenge, thus underpinning its importance in the pursuit of energy security and sustainability.

Capacity
430 MW
Commissioning Year
2010

16 years old

Owner
Barki Tojik
Location
38.6106°, 68.7726°

Tajikistan, Asia

Context & rankings
  • 4. largest of 10 plants in Tajikistan
  • #5,052 worldwide by installed capacity
  • #187 of 2,478 Oil plants worldwide
  • 8.12% of the installed capacity of Tajikistan
Age & fleet comparison

16 years in operation

Oil fleet average: 28.7 years

Operator portfolio

Barki Tojik operates 8 plants totalling 4,586 MW

Regional density

7 plants within 100 km, 4,730 MW combined

Nearest plant: Varzob 1 (2.8 km)

Data provenance

Location

Coordinates:: 38.610600, 68.772600
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Carbon Footprint650 g CO₂/kWh
Annual CO₂
856.9 Kt
1318 GWh/year × 650 g/kWh
Cumulative CO₂
13.71 Mt
Over 16 years of operation
Est. Retirement
2040
14 years remaining
Annual emissions equivalent to
186.3K
cars per year
114.3K
homes per year
39.0M
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
Tajikistan
Continent
Asia
Data Source
Global Power Plant Database

TajikistanEnergy Profile

10
Total Plants
5.3 GW
Total Capacity
HydroOil
Top Fuels

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