MMP Cogeneration is a 55 MW gas power plant in Turkey. It is one of 43 gas plants in the country. This facility accounts for 0.18% of Turkey's total gas capacity of 30,384 MW. Ranked #40 of 43 gas plants in Turkey, MMP Cogeneration's 55 MW is a minor share of the national gas output. The largest gas plant in Turkey is Enka Gebze at 2,449 MW, making MMP Cogeneration 44.5 times smaller. Nearby plants include Bunji Dam (7100 MW, Hydro), Ashihama (2700 MW, Nuclear), and Ladyzhyn (1800 MW, Coal). The facility is located in an undisclosed region of Turkey, approximately 100 km from the nearest major city.
11 years old
Turkey, Asia
Location
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
Turkey- Continent
- Asia
- Data Source
- Global Power Plant Database
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