Iran

Khy Combined Cycle Power Plant — 349 MW Natural Gas

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Khy Combined Cycle Power Plant is a 349 MW gas power plant located in Iran. View location, capacity, and technical details.

Capacity
349 MW

Installed

Commissioned
2010

Year online

Owner
Iran Power Generation, Transmission and Distribution Company (TAVANIR)

Operator

Location
38.41, 44.91

Coordinates

Insights

#183
largest in Iran
#2,108
largest Natural Gas worldwide
#5,666
largest worldwide
2010
11 yrs newer than avg
2
operated by Iran Power Generation,…
3
plants within 100 km

Technical Details

Fuel Type
Natural Gas
Capacity
349 MW
Commissioned
2010
Status
Operational
Owner
Iran Power Generation, Transmission and Distribution Company (TAVANIR)
Country
Iran
Coordinates
38.405, 44.912

Carbon Footprint

Annual CO₂
674,701 t

tonnes / year

Lifetime CO₂
20,241,027 t

over ~30 yrs

Intensity
490 g

Est. gCO2/kWh

Annual emissions equivalent to

146,674
cars per year
89,960
homes per year
30,668,222
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 نیروگاه سیکل ترکیبی خوی, or Khoy combined cycle power plant, is a significant gas-fired energy generation facility located in Iran with a capacity of 349.3 MW. Situated at coordinates 38.4054, 44.9116, this power plant plays a critical role in supporting the regional energy grid, particularly as the nation works to meet increasing electricity demands. Utilizing advanced combined cycle technology, the plant operates efficiently by converting natural gas into electricity while simultaneously capturing waste heat to produce additional power. This method not only enhances the plant’s overall efficiency but also minimizes environmental impact compared to conventional coal-fired plants. The Khoy combined cycle power plant is essential for Iran’s energy strategy, which emphasizes the utilization of domestic natural gas resources to ensure energy security and reduce reliance on imported fuels. As part of Iran’s broader energy landscape, this facility contributes to the stability and reliability of power supply for both urban and rural areas, making it a vital asset in the nation’s energy infrastructure.

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