Generation
The 1990 installed capacity of 9,295 MW consisted of 120 power-generating units in various thermal, gas turbine and hydroelectric power stations. Approximately 70% of Iraq’s installed power generating capacity was damaged or destroyed during the 1991 Gulf War. All major power stations were damaged and nearly 80% of the gas turbines units were affected. After 1991, only about 50 units were available, with a generation capacity of 2,325 MW. The construction work on three new large thermal power stations at Yousifiya, Al-Shemal and Al-Anbar were stopped, because of the ensuing sanctions.
| Station type | No. | Name Plate Rating (MW) | Actual Rating (MW) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Thermal | 8 | 5,415 | 1,600 |
| Gas Turbines | 14 | 2,181 | 650 |
| Hydro | 7 | 2,518 | 650 |
| Diesel Plant | 3 | 87 | 87 |
| Total | 32 | 10,206 | 3,137 |
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