Overview
Damanhour is a 458 MW gas-fired power plant in Egypt. It operates as a key electricity generation facility in the country's grid.
Damanhour is a gas-fired power plant located in Egypt, with a capacity of 458 MW. It is classified as a medium-to-large scale facility within the country's power generation sector. The plant is operational and contributes to Egypt's electricity supply. The plant operates on natural gas, a fuel that offers lower emissions compared to coal or oil. Egypt's power sector is regulated under national environmental standards, and gas-fired plants like Damanhour are subject to emission limits for pollutants such as NOx and SOx. Damanhour plays a role in meeting regional electricity demand. Its location in the Nile Delta region supports industrial and residential consumers. The plant's capacity of 458 MW places it among the significant gas-fired assets in Egypt, contributing to grid stability and energy security.
Environmental context
The plant's gas fuel type results in lower CO2 emissions per MWh compared to coal or oil. Proximity to populated areas in the Nile Delta may require adherence to local air quality standards. The plant's age and technology (likely combined cycle) influence its efficiency and environmental footprint. Egypt's regulatory framework includes emission limits for power plants, and Damanhour likely operates under permits that monitor NOx and SOx levels.
Frequently asked questions
Damanhour power plant is located in Egypt, with coordinates 31.0817° N, 30.4293° E.
Damanhour power plant has a capacity of 458 megawatts (MW).
Damanhour power plant uses natural gas as its primary fuel.
Gas power plants in Egypt must comply with national emission standards for pollutants like NOx and SOx, as well as environmental impact assessment requirements.
Yes, Damanhour power plant is currently operational.