Al Hiswa is a 125 MW oil-fired power plant located in Yemen, operated by the Public Electricity Corporation since its commissioning in 1986. The facility generates electricity using oil, contributing to Yemen's limited energy infrastructure. It ranks as the 4th largest oil plant in Yemen. With 125 MW, it represents 19.38% of Yemen's total oil capacity of 645 MW. Yemen has 6 oil plants with a combined capacity of 645 MW. Compared to the largest oil plant, Al Mukha at 160 MW, this facility is approximately 78.1% the size. Oil plays a crucial role in Yemen's energy landscape, providing nearly 62% of the country's electricity generation. The Al Hiswa plant is essential for meeting local energy needs in a country facing significant energy challenges. It is located in the Taiz Governorate, approximately 250 km from the capital, Sana'a.
40 years old
Yemen, Asia
- 5. largest of 7 plants in Yemen
- #9,117 worldwide by installed capacity
- #410 of 2,478 Oil plants worldwide
- 11.96% of the installed capacity of Yemen
40 years in operation
Oil fleet average: 28.7 years
Public Electricity Corporation operates 7 plants totalling 1,045 MW
2 plants within 100 km, 169 MW combined
Location
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
Yemen- Continent
- Asia
- Data Source
- Global Power Plant Database
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