Saudi Arabia

DAMMAM — 398 MW Natural Gas

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DAMMAM is a 398 MW gas power plant located in Saudi Arabia. View location, capacity, and technical details.

Capacity
398 MW

Installed

Commissioned
2000

Year online

Owner
Saudi Electricity Company (SEC)

Operator

Location
26.38, 50.09

Coordinates

Insights

#79
largest in Saudi Arabia
#1,954
largest Natural Gas worldwide
#5,337
largest worldwide
2000
1 yrs newer than avg
53
operated by Saudi Electricity Company…
41
plants within 100 km

Technical Details

Fuel Type
Natural Gas
Capacity
398 MW
Commissioned
2000
Status
Operational
Owner
Saudi Electricity Company (SEC)
Country
Saudi Arabia
Coordinates
26.380, 50.093

Carbon Footprint

Annual CO₂
768,576 t

tonnes / year

Lifetime CO₂
23,057,270 t

over ~30 yrs

Intensity
490 g

Est. gCO2/kWh

Annual emissions equivalent to

167,082
cars per year
102,477
homes per year
34,935,258
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 DAMMAM power generation facility in Saudi Arabia is a notable gas-fired power plant with a capacity of approximately 397.9 MW. Commissioned in 2000, this facility plays a crucial role in the energy landscape of the country, supporting the growing electricity demands of the region. Utilizing both natural gas and oil as fuel sources, the DAMMAM plant exemplifies the versatility and reliability of gas-fired technology in energy generation. Located at coordinates 26.3800, 50.0930, the facility is strategically positioned to serve the local grid, ensuring a consistent supply of electricity to both residential and commercial users. Operated by the Saudi Electricity Company (SEC), the DAMMAM power plant is integral to Saudi Arabia’s energy strategy, which heavily relies on fossil fuels to meet its energy needs. The operational context of the facility is reflective of the country’s ongoing efforts to balance energy production with environmental considerations, as the government seeks to diversify its energy portfolio. The use of gas and oil as fuel sources enables the DAMMAM plant to provide reliable energy output while supporting economic growth in the region. Furthermore, with the increasing global emphasis on sustainability, the DAMMAM power plant underscores the importance of transitioning to cleaner energy sources in the future. Overall, the DAMMAM power generation facility stands as a key player in Saudi Arabia’s energy sector, contributing to both the stability of the local grid and the broader energy ambitions of the nation.

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