Iraq gas station energy storage project

What is the first solar power plant in Iraq?

A 1-gigawatt solar power plant, the first in Iraq. Spanning some 2,200 hectares near the gas treatment plant, it will be divided into four units to adapt more easily to the capacity of the local grid. This power plant will supply electricity to 350,000 homes in the region, while avoiding 2 million tons of CO2 emissions per year.

Does Iraq need a power plant?

This power plant will supply electricity to 350,000 homes in the region, while avoiding 2 million tons of CO2 emissions per year. It will contribute to the Iraqi government's goal of meeting 12% of its energy needs from renewable sources by 2027.

What is the gas growth integrated project (ggip)?

100 years after the start of our oil activities in Iraq, we continue to be a pioneer in the country by developing a range of multi-energy projects in the Basra region. The Gas Growth Integrated Project (GGIP) is designed to enhance the development of the country’s natural resources to support its energy independence.

What is Ar-Ratawi gas midstream project?

Ar-Ratawi Gas Midstream Project (GMP), which aims to eliminate flaring and recover the gas from several oil fields. Collected and processed, the gas will then be transported by pipeline to supply the local power plants, thereby improving the electricity supply to this region, which is regularly affected by power cuts.

Could artawigas25 be used in other Iraqi oil fields?

The innovative modular design of ArtawiGas25 could also pave the way for potential replication across other Iraqi oil fields. ArtawiGas25 will create up to 160 direct and indirect jobs for Iraqi nationals during construction phase and 30 jobs during operation phase.