Bangladesh

Fenchuganj (Barakatullah) — 296 MW Natural Gas

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Fenchuganj (Barakatullah) is a 296 MW gas power plant located in Bangladesh. View location, capacity, and technical details.

Capacity
296 MW

Installed

Commissioned
2010

Year online

Owner
Bangladesh Power Development Board

Operator

Location
24.69, 91.92

Coordinates

Insights

#11
largest in %s
#2,287
largest %s worldwide
#6,211
largest worldwide
2010
%d yrs newer than avg
26
operated by %s
9
plants within 100 km

Technical Details

Fuel Type
Natural Gas
Capacity
296 MW
Commissioned
2010
Status
Operational
Owner
Bangladesh Power Development Board
Country
Bangladesh
Coordinates
24.686, 91.919
Wikipedia
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Estimated Carbon Footprint

Annual CO₂
571,748 t

tonnes / year

Lifetime CO₂
17.2M t

over ~%d yrs

Intensity
490 g

gCO₂ per kWh

Annual emissions equal to

124,293
cars / year
76,233
homes / year
26M
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

Fenchuganj, also known as Barakatullah, is a critical gas power plant located in Bangladesh, boasting a capacity of 296 MW. This facility plays a vital role in the national energy mix, addressing the growing electricity demand in a rapidly developing country. The power plant utilizes natural gas as its primary fuel source, a cleaner alternative to coal that supports Bangladesh’s transition towards more sustainable energy practices. Positioned at coordinates 24.6863, 91.9189, Fenchuganj is strategically located to leverage the country’s extensive natural gas infrastructure. The plant is part of Bangladesh’s broader energy strategy to diversify its energy sources while ensuring reliable electricity supply to both urban and rural areas. As the demand for energy continues to rise, the Fenchuganj plant is well-placed to support the local grid, especially during peak consumption periods. Its operational efficiency is essential for maintaining stability in the energy market, and it significantly contributes to the country’s goal of enhancing energy access for its population. The integration of gas power generation facilities like Fenchuganj underscores Bangladesh’s commitment to modernizing its energy landscape while reducing carbon emissions and promoting sustainability.

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