Egypt

Mahmoudia — 317 MW Natural Gas

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Mahmoudia is a 317 MW gas power plant located in Egypt. View location, capacity, and technical details.

Capacity
317 MW

Installed

Commissioned
2010

Year online

Owner
Egyptian Electricity Holding Company

Operator

Location
31.18, 30.53

Coordinates

Insights

#86
largest in %s
#2,219
largest %s worldwide
#5,923
largest worldwide
2010
%d yrs newer than avg
61
operated by %s
31
plants within 100 km

Technical Details

Fuel Type
Natural Gas
Capacity
317 MW
Commissioned
2010
Status
Operational
Owner
Egyptian Electricity Holding Company
Country
Egypt
Coordinates
31.176, 30.529

Estimated Carbon Footprint

Annual CO₂
612,311 t

tonnes / year

Lifetime CO₂
18.4M t

over ~%d yrs

Intensity
490 g

gCO₂ per kWh

Annual emissions equal to

133,111
cars / year
81,641
homes / year
27.8M
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 Mahmoudia power plant is a pivotal gas-fired facility located in Egypt, positioned at coordinates 31.1759° N, 30.5289° E. With a capacity of 317 MW, this plant plays an essential role in the national energy generation landscape, significantly contributing to Egypt’s growing energy needs. The use of natural gas as a fuel type for this facility reflects the country’s strategic shift towards cleaner energy sources, aiming to reduce reliance on more polluting fossil fuels. Gas-fired power plants like Mahmoudia utilize advanced combustion technology to convert natural gas into electricity efficiently, which supports the country’s efforts to enhance energy security and reduce greenhouse gas emissions. The operational significance of Mahmoudia cannot be overstated, as it provides a reliable source of power to the local grid, ensuring stability and consistency in energy supply for both residential and industrial consumers. The plant is part of Egypt’s broader energy policy framework, which focuses on diversifying energy sources and increasing the share of natural gas in the energy mix. By doing so, Egypt aims to meet rising electricity demand while promoting sustainable development. Overall, the Mahmoudia power plant is a cornerstone of Egypt’s energy strategy, marking a significant step towards a more sustainable and secure energy future.

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