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Mirfa – International Power & Water Company (MIPCO)

Mirfa – International Power & Water Company (MIPCO)
  • Mirfa - International Power & Water Company (MIPCO)
  • 1,600 MW

    Total capacity
  • Mirfa - International Power & Water Company (MIPCO)
  • CCGT

    Technology
  • Mirfa - International Power & Water Company (MIPCO)
  • 53 MIGD

    Total Capacity
  • Mirfa - International Power & Water Company (MIPCO)
  • Desalination - RO

    Technology

Overview

Mirfa International Power & Water Company (MIPCO) is a large‑scale gas‑fired cogeneration facility that plays a critical role in supporting Abu Dhabi’s power and water requirements. The project is designed around high‑efficiency combined‑cycle generation, enabling the simultaneous production of electricity and desalinated water from a single integrated system.

Operational since 2017, Mirfa represents a cornerstone of Abu Dhabi’s utility infrastructure, delivering reliable baseload power and water while optimising fuel use and operational efficiency. By integrating power generation with thermal and reverse‑osmosis desalination technologies, the plant contributes to energy efficiency, infrastructure optimisation, and long‑term security of supply.

Project Information

  • Technologies Used

    Combined Cycle Gas Turbine (CCGT)

  • Installed Capacity

    1,600 MW

  • Technologies Used

    Desalination - RO

  • Installed Capacity

    53 MIGD

  • Location

    Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates

  • Project Completion Year

    2017

  • Status

    Operational

  • Developers:

    TAQA, ENGIE, Sojitz

  • Operations & Maintenance:

    M Power O&M FZCO

Key Impact:

  • Reliable cogeneration:
    Delivers stable electricity and water supply to meet Abu Dhabi’s demand.
  • High‑efficiency infrastructure:
    Combined‑cycle design optimises fuel use through integrated power and desalination.
  • Integrated power and water solution:
    Co‑located assets improve operational efficiency and system performance.
  • Long‑term asset performance:
    Operational since 2017, with O&M managed by an ENGIE‑owned entity.
  • Strategic partnership model:
    A public‑private collaboration delivering essential energy and water infrastructure.