Iran

nyrwgh ms srchshmh — 130 MW Natural Gas

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nyrwgh ms srchshmh is a 130 MW gas power plant located in Iran. View location, capacity, and technical details.

Capacity
130 MW

Installed

Commissioned

Year online

Owner
National Iranian Copper Industries Company

Operator

Location
29.98, 55.85

Coordinates

Insights

#218
largest in %s
#3,029
largest %s worldwide
#8,983
largest worldwide
2
operated by %s
7
plants within 100 km

Technical Details

Fuel Type
Natural Gas
Capacity
130 MW
Commissioned
Status
Operational
Owner
National Iranian Copper Industries Company
Country
Iran
Coordinates
29.985, 55.847

Estimated Carbon Footprint

Annual CO₂
251,105 t

tonnes / year

Lifetime CO₂
7.5M t

over ~%d yrs

Intensity
490 g

gCO₂ per kWh

Annual emissions equal to

54,588
cars / year
33,481
homes / year
11.4M
trees to offset

Indicative estimate from standard life-cycle emission and capacity factors — not a measured figure. Open calculator

Nearby Stations

About this plant

Tucked away in Iran, the nyrwgh ms srchshmh, or مس سرچشمه, power generation facility holds the 216th rank among 327 plants in the country. With a capacity of 130 MW, it represents a small yet essential part of Iran’s energy infrastructure, contributing approximately 0.07% to the national capacity of 193,362 MW. This facility is ranked 169th among the 195 gas plants in Iran, which showcases the competitive landscape of gas utilization in the nation’s energy sector.

Utilizing natural gas as its primary fuel, this facility was commissioned in an era where gas was emerging as a preferred energy source, and it continues to play a critical role in the local energy supply. The technology employed is designed to optimize the efficiency of gas combustion, ensuring reliable electricity generation, which is vital for meeting the demands of an industrializing economy.

In close proximity to the Samangan Combined Cycle Power Plant, which boasts a larger capacity of 492 MW, the nyrwgh ms srchshmh finds itself amidst a competitive cluster of gas-powered facilities. This regional context highlights the importance of such plants in maintaining a robust energy grid, particularly in areas where gas plays a significant role. The interconnectedness of these facilities allows for shared resources and enhanced reliability, which are crucial in an energy market increasingly focused on efficiency and sustainability.

In the broader national context, Iran’s energy profile is heavily reliant on gas, which is the dominant fuel source in the country. With the total number of plants reaching 327, the nyrwgh ms srchshmh plays a vital role in supporting the energy balance. As the nation seeks to enhance its energy security and transition to more sustainable practices, this facility’s contributions to the grid cannot be understated.

Operated as part of the broader strategy for energy management in Iran, the nyrwgh ms srchshmh serves not only as a power provider but also as a cornerstone in the shift towards a more diverse energy portfolio. Looking forward, its operational efficiency and capacity will be critical in supporting Iran’s ambitions for energy diversification and environmental sustainability.

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