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Hussein Thermal Power Plant Jordan — 382 MW Oil

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Hussein Thermal Power Plant Jordan is a 382 MW oil power plant located in Jordan. View location, capacity, and technical details.

Capacity
382 MW

Installed

Commissioned
1980

Year online

Owner
Jordan Electric Power Company

Operator

Location
32.12, 36.13

Coordinates

Insights

#5
largest in Jordan
#198
largest Oil worldwide
#5,427
largest worldwide
1980
17 yrs older than avg
6
operated by Jordan Electric Power…
20
plants within 100 km

Technical Details

Fuel Type
Oil
Capacity
382 MW
Commissioned
1980
Status
Operational
Owner
Jordan Electric Power Company
Country
JOR
Coordinates
32.119, 36.125

Estimated Carbon Footprint

Annual CO₂
870,043 t

tonnes / year

Lifetime CO₂
26,101,296 t

over ~30 yrs

Intensity
650 g

gCO₂ per kWh

Annual emissions equal to

189,140
cars / year
116,006
homes / year
39,547,418
trees to offset

Indicative estimate from standard life-cycle emission and capacity factors — not a measured figure. Open calculator

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About this plant

The Hussein Thermal Power Plant in Jordan is a pivotal oil-fired power generation facility with a capacity of 382 MW. Located at coordinates 32.1190, 36.1250, this power plant is an essential component of Jordan’s energy landscape, particularly as the country seeks to meet the growing energy demands of its population and industries. Utilizing oil as its primary fuel source, the plant employs conventional thermal generation technology, which involves burning oil to produce steam that drives turbines for electricity generation. Given the geopolitical complexities of the region, Jordan has made significant strides in securing its energy sources, and this power plant represents a critical asset in ensuring energy reliability. The Hussein Thermal Power Plant not only contributes to the national grid but also plays a role in the broader context of Jordan’s energy policies, which aim to diversify energy sources and enhance energy security. As the country continues to explore renewable energy options, the plant remains a vital part of the transitional energy mix, providing stability and support for the local grid.

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