Overview
Amman East (AES Jordan) CCGT Power Plant is a 620 MW gas-fired combined cycle gas turbine facility in Jordan. It plays a key role in the country's power generation, supporting grid stability and energy security.
Amman East (AES Jordan) CCGT Power Plant is a 620 MW combined cycle gas turbine (CCGT) facility located near Amman, Jordan. As a gas-fired plant, it represents a modern, efficient technology for power generation, contributing to Jordan's energy mix and reducing reliance on imported fuels. The plant is operational and serves as a critical asset for meeting electricity demand in the region. The plant utilizes combined cycle technology, which captures waste heat from gas turbines to generate additional electricity, achieving higher efficiency compared to simple cycle plants. With a capacity of 620 MW, it falls into the medium-to-large scale for CCGT plants globally. Jordan's power sector is regulated by the Energy and Minerals Regulatory Commission (EMRC), and the plant operates under national environmental standards, including emissions limits for NOx and SOx. Environmentally, the use of natural gas as a primary fuel results in lower CO2 emissions per MWh compared to coal or oil-fired plants. The plant's location near the capital Amman supports the local grid and reduces transmission losses. Its efficient CCGT design aligns with Jordan's goals to diversify energy sources and improve environmental performance in the power sector.
Environmental context
The plant's gas-fired CCGT technology produces lower CO2, SOx, and NOx emissions compared to coal or oil plants, contributing to improved local air quality. Located near Amman, it supports urban electricity demand while minimizing transmission losses. The use of natural gas aligns with Jordan's strategy to reduce carbon intensity and enhance energy security.
Frequently asked questions
The plant is located near Amman, Jordan, at coordinates 31.8997 N, 36.0801 E.
It is a combined cycle gas turbine (CCGT) power plant, which uses natural gas to generate electricity with high efficiency.
The plant has a capacity of 620 megawatts (MW), making it a medium-to-large scale CCGT facility.
Gas-fired plants in Jordan must comply with national emissions standards set by the Energy and Minerals Regulatory Commission (EMRC), including limits on NOx and SOx emissions.
The plant supports Jordan's energy diversification and security by using natural gas, reducing reliance on imported oil, and providing efficient, lower-emission electricity.