Nigeria

ALSCON Aluminum Smelter Company of Nigeria — 360 MW Natural Gas

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ALSCON Aluminum Smelter Company of Nigeria is a 360 MW gas power plant located in Nigeria. View location, capacity, and technical details.

Capacity
360 MW

Installed

Commissioned
1997

Year online

Owner
Aluminum Smelter Company of Nigeria

Operator

Location
4.57, 7.57

Coordinates

Insights

#26
largest in Nigeria
#2,059
largest Natural Gas worldwide
#5,549
largest worldwide
1997
2 yrs older than avg
1
operated by Aluminum Smelter Company…
12
plants within 100 km

Technical Details

Fuel Type
Natural Gas
Capacity
360 MW
Commissioned
1997
Status
Operational
Owner
Aluminum Smelter Company of Nigeria
Country
Nigeria
Coordinates
4.569, 7.574

Carbon Footprint

Annual CO₂
695,369 t

tonnes / year

Lifetime CO₂
20,861,064 t

over ~30 yrs

Intensity
490 g

Est. gCO2/kWh

Annual emissions equivalent to

151,167
cars per year
92,716
homes per year
31,607,673
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 ALSCON Aluminum Smelter Company of Nigeria operates a notable gas-fired power plant with a capacity of 360 MW. Located at coordinates 4.5686, 7.5737, this facility is integral to Nigeria’s energy generation landscape, particularly in supporting the industrial sector. As a gas-powered plant, ALSCON utilizes natural gas, which is recognized for its efficiency and relatively lower environmental impact compared to other fossil fuels. This operational context is essential, as Nigeria continues to develop its energy infrastructure to meet rising demand amidst economic growth. The 360 MW capacity of the ALSCON facility provides a significant boost to the local grid, ensuring a reliable electricity supply for both industrial operations and residential needs. The importance of this power plant extends beyond its immediate output; it symbolizes Nigeria’s move towards diversifying its energy sources and enhancing the stability of its electricity supply. As the country seeks to leverage its abundant natural gas resources, facilities like ALSCON play a crucial role in shaping a more sustainable energy future.

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