Aqaba Thermal Power Plant
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The Aqaba Thermal Power Station is the largest power station in Jordan.[1] It has a total generation capacity of 656 MW, which consists of five steam turbines units (5 x 130 MW), and two hydraulic turbines (2 x 3 MW). The power station is fueled by natural gas and by fuel oil.[2] It is operated by the Central Electricity Generating Company of Jordan.
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Aqaba Thermal Power Station | |
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Country | Jordan |
Coordinates | 29°22′40″N 34°58′22″E |
Status | Operational |
Commission date | 1986 |
Owner(s) | Central Electricity Generating Company |
Thermal power station | |
Primary fuel | Natural gas |
Secondary fuel | Fuel oil |
Power generation | |
Units operational | 5 x 130 MW 2 x 3 MW |
Nameplate capacity | 656 MW |
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The Aqaba Thermal Power Station was established in 1986 as an oil-fueled power station.[3] After construction of the Arab Gas Pipeline, the power station was switched to use natural gas.[1]