Iran

Presa Karun 4 — 1,000 MW Hidroeléctrica

Hidroeléctrica Renovable Verificado

Presa Karun 4 es una planta de energía 1,000 MW Hidroeléctrica ubicada en Irán. Ver ubicación, capacidad y detalles técnicos.

Capacidad
1,000 MW

Installed

Comisionado
2011

Year online

Propietario
Iran Water and Power Resources Development Company

Operator

Ubicación
31.60, 50.47

Coordenadas

Insights

#66
largest in Irán
#355
largest Hidroeléctrica worldwide
#2,414
largest worldwide
2011
27 yrs newer than avg
47
operated by Iran Water and…
13
plants within 100 km

Detalles Técnicos

Tipo de Combustible
Hidroeléctrica
Capacidad
1,000 MW
Comisionado
2011
Status
Operational
Propietario
Iran Water and Power Resources Development Company
País
Iran
Coordenadas
31.597, 50.471

Huella de Carbono

CO₂ Anual
84,096 t

tonnes / year

CO₂ de por vida
6,727,680 t

over ~80 yrs

Intensity
24 g

Est. gCO2/kWh

Emisiones anuales equivalentes a

18,282
automóviles al año
11,213
hogares al año
3,822,545
árboles para compensar

Renewable source — life-cycle emissions only (materials/construction), no direct combustion. Open calculator

Plantas Cercanas

About this plant

The نیروگاه سد کارون ۴, situated in Iran at coordinates 31.5969, 50.4712, is a key hydroelectric power generation facility with a capacity of 1000 MW. Commissioned in 2011, this plant plays a vital role in Iran’s energy infrastructure, significantly contributing to the national grid. Hydro technology is employed here, utilizing the natural flow of water to generate electricity efficiently. This method is particularly significant in Iran, a country rich in river systems, where harnessing water resources for energy production aligns with the government’s energy policy focused on renewable resources. The نیروگاه سد کارون ۴ not only aids in meeting the ever-increasing energy demands of the region but also enhances energy security and reliability. Its strategic placement in the Karun River basin allows for optimal water flow management, ensuring continuous power generation while supporting local ecological systems. As Iran seeks to diversify its energy sources and reduce dependence on fossil fuels, facilities like the نیروگاه سد کارون ۴ are crucial in paving the way for a more sustainable energy future. This power plant exemplifies the potential of hydroelectric energy in mitigating carbon emissions and fostering economic development through job creation and infrastructure improvements.

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