Cap Des Biches is a 327 MW oil power plant located in Senegal. View location, capacity, and technical details.
Installed
Year online
Operator
Coordinates
Insights
Location
Technical Details
- Fuel Type
- Oil
- Capacity
- 327 MW
- Commissioned
- 1985
- Status
- Operational
- Owner
- Senelec
- Country
- SEN
- Coordinates
- 17.720, -17.300
Estimated Carbon Footprint
tonnes / year
over ~30 yrs
gCO₂ per kWh
Annual emissions equal to
Indicative estimate from standard life-cycle emission and capacity factors — not a measured figure. Open calculator
About this plant
Cap Des Biches, located in Senegal, is a significant oil-fired power generation facility that plays a crucial role in the country’s energy landscape. With a capacity of 327 MW, this power plant is essential for meeting the electricity demands of the local population and industries. Positioned at coordinates 17.7197, -17.2996, Cap Des Biches is strategically integrated into Senegal’s energy grid, providing a reliable source of power in a region where energy access is critical for economic development. The use of oil as a fuel type underscores the challenges and opportunities within Senegal’s energy sector, as the country seeks to balance traditional energy sources with the increasing push towards renewable alternatives. As part of Senegal’s broader energy policy, Cap Des Biches serves not only as a key provider of energy generation but also as a focal point for discussions surrounding energy diversification and sustainability in the years to come.
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