Overview
Port Hedland (Smaller) is an 84 MW gas power plant in Port Hedland, Australia, operated by Alinta Energy. It supplies electricity to the local grid and mining operations.
Port Hedland (Smaller) is a gas-fired power plant located in Port Hedland, Western Australia, with a capacity of 84 MW. Owned and operated by Alinta Energy, the facility plays a key role in supporting the region's energy needs, particularly for the resource sector. The plant operates on natural gas, a relatively cleaner fossil fuel compared to coal. In Australia, gas plants like this one are subject to national emissions regulations and state-level environmental policies. The facility's capacity places it in the small-to-medium scale range for gas power generation in Australia. Port Hedland (Smaller) contributes to the stability of the local electricity grid and supports the nearby mining and port industries. Its operation aligns with Australia's transition towards lower-emission energy sources, though it still produces CO2 and other emissions typical of gas-fired generation.
Environmental context
The plant's gas fuel type results in lower CO2, SOx, and NOx emissions compared to coal-fired plants, but it still contributes to greenhouse gas emissions. Located in a remote, arid region of Western Australia, the facility's environmental impact is moderated by low population density. However, its proximity to sensitive coastal and marine ecosystems near Port Hedland requires careful management of emissions and water usage.
Frequently asked questions
Port Hedland (Smaller) is located in Port Hedland, Western Australia, Australia.
Port Hedland (Smaller) is a gas-fired power plant with a capacity of 84 MW.
The plant is owned and operated by Alinta Energy.
Gas power plants in Australia are regulated under the National Greenhouse and Energy Reporting Act and state-based environmental protection laws, which set emission limits and reporting requirements.
The plant supplies electricity to the Port Hedland region, supporting residential, commercial, and industrial users, including the local mining and port operations.