Overview
MIRI is a 79 MW gas-fired power plant located in Miri, Malaysia. It operates as a key electricity generation facility in the region.
MIRI is a gas-fired power plant with a capacity of 79 megawatts, located in Miri, Malaysia. The plant is operational and contributes to the country's electricity grid, supporting industrial and residential demand in the region. As a gas-fired facility, MIRI utilizes natural gas as its primary fuel, which is a relatively cleaner fossil fuel compared to coal. The plant's capacity places it in the small-to-medium scale category for gas power plants in Malaysia. The facility operates under Malaysia's regulatory framework, which includes environmental standards for emissions and efficiency. The plant plays a role in diversifying Malaysia's energy mix, which includes natural gas, coal, and renewables. Its location in Miri supports local energy security and economic activity. The facility's operational status indicates ongoing contribution to the grid.
Environmental context
The MIRI gas power plant uses natural gas, which produces lower CO2, SOx, and NOx emissions compared to coal-fired plants. Its capacity of 79 MW is relatively modest, reducing its overall environmental footprint. The plant's location in Miri, a coastal city in Sarawak, may have implications for local air quality and water use, though specific impacts depend on operational practices and regulatory compliance.
Frequently asked questions
The MIRI power plant is located in Miri, a city in the state of Sarawak, Malaysia.
The MIRI gas power plant has a capacity of 79 megawatts (MW).
The MIRI power plant uses natural gas as its primary fuel.
Gas power plants in Malaysia are subject to national environmental regulations, including emission standards for air pollutants and water discharge, as well as requirements for environmental impact assessments.
The MIRI plant adds to Malaysia's natural gas-fired generation capacity, supporting grid stability and meeting electricity demand in the Sarawak region.