Algeria

Kahrama IPP — 345 MW Natural Gas

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Kahrama IPP is a 345 MW gas power plant located in Algeria. View location, capacity, and technical details.

Capacity
345 MW

Installed

Commissioned
2010

Year online

Owner
Sonelgaz

Operator

Location
35.81, -0.25

Coordinates

Insights

#22
largest in Algeria
#2,121
largest Natural Gas worldwide
#5,700
largest worldwide
2010
11 yrs newer than avg
26
operated by Sonelgaz
5
plants within 100 km

Technical Details

Fuel Type
Natural Gas
Capacity
345 MW
Commissioned
2010
Status
Operational
Owner
Sonelgaz
Country
Algeria
Coordinates
35.806, -0.248

Carbon Footprint

Annual CO₂
666,395 t

tonnes / year

Lifetime CO₂
19,991,853 t

over ~30 yrs

Intensity
490 g

Est. gCO2/kWh

Annual emissions equivalent to

144,869
cars per year
88,853
homes per year
30,290,686
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

Kahrama IPP, located in Algeria, represents a significant player in the country’s energy generation landscape. As a gas-fired power generation facility with a capacity of 345 MW, Kahrama IPP is strategically positioned at coordinates 35.8064° N latitude and 0.2476° E longitude to support the national grid effectively. The plant utilizes natural gas, which is abundant in Algeria, enabling the country to harness this resource for energy generation while minimizing environmental impacts compared to other fossil fuels. The relevance of Kahrama IPP extends beyond mere electricity production; it plays a critical role in meeting the growing energy demands of a developing nation. Algeria’s energy policy focuses on increasing domestic electricity supply and transitioning towards more sustainable energy sources, making facilities like Kahrama IPP vital in achieving these goals. The operator’s commitment to efficient energy generation ensures that the plant remains a cornerstone of Algeria’s efforts to secure energy reliability and economic development.

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