Iran

Semnan power plant — 324 MW Natural Gas

Natural Gas Verified

Semnan power plant is a 324 MW gas power plant located in Iran. View location, capacity, and technical details.

Capacity
324 MW

Installed

Commissioned
2011

Year online

Owner
Iran Power Generation and Transmission Company (TAVANIR)

Operator

Location
35.64, 53.48

Coordinates

Insights

#189
largest in %s
#2,183
largest %s worldwide
#5,840
largest worldwide
2011
%d yrs newer than avg
62
operated by %s
2
plants within 100 km

Technical Details

Fuel Type
Natural Gas
Capacity
324 MW
Commissioned
2011
Status
Operational
Owner
Iran Power Generation and Transmission Company (TAVANIR)
Country
Iran
Coordinates
35.637, 53.476

Estimated Carbon Footprint

Annual CO₂
625,832 t

tonnes / year

Lifetime CO₂
18.8M t

over ~%d yrs

Intensity
490 g

gCO₂ per kWh

Annual emissions equal to

136,050
cars / year
83,444
homes / year
28.4M
trees to offset

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

Nearby Stations

About this plant

The Semnan power plant, also known locally as نیروگاه قدس سمنان, is a key gas-fired power generation facility located in Iran. With a capacity of 324 MW, this plant operates at coordinates 35.6371° N and 53.4764° E, making it an integral part of the regional energy infrastructure. As a gas power plant, it primarily utilizes natural gas, a cleaner fossil fuel that supports Iran’s efforts to reduce greenhouse gas emissions compared to coal-based generation. The Semnan power plant plays a pivotal role in meeting the electricity needs of the local population and industries, contributing significantly to the country’s overall energy mix. Iran has been striving to enhance its power generation capabilities, and facilities like Semnan are crucial for ensuring energy security and reliability. The technology deployed at this gas power plant includes advanced gas turbines, which are designed for high efficiency and environmental performance, enabling effective conversion of gas to electricity. This operational efficiency not only boosts the plant’s output but also aligns with national energy policies aimed at sustainable development. The Semnan power plant exemplifies Iran’s commitment to leveraging its abundant natural gas resources to provide a stable and sustainable energy supply, thereby supporting economic growth and development in the region.

More %s plants

Spotted an error?

Our data is community-verified. If any detail looks wrong or out of date, suggest a correction below — our team reviews and applies approved changes across all languages.