Central térmica Río Chico is a 103.31 MW gas-fired power plant located in Santa Cruz, Argentina. The specific operator is not mentioned, and it was commissioned in an unspecified year. It ranks as the 46th largest gas plant in Argentina. With a capacity of 103.31 MW, it represents 0.44% of Argentina's total gas capacity of 23,690 MW. Argentina operates 82 gas plants with a combined capacity of 23,690 MW. Compared to the largest gas plant in the country, Costanera power station at 2,324 MW, Central térmica Río Chico is approximately 4.4% the size. Gas plays a significant role in Argentina's energy landscape, accounting for a substantial portion of the electricity generation mix. The country's reliance on natural gas is influenced by its abundant reserves, particularly in the Neuquén province. The plant is located in a remote area of Santa Cruz, approximately 1,500 km from Buenos Aires, highlighting the geographic diversity of energy resources in Argentina.
11 years old
Argentina, South America
- Primary Fuel Type
- Gas
- Energy Source
- Non-Renewable
- Country
Argentina- Continent
- South America
- Data Source
- Global Power Plant Database
Gas power generation is a significant component of the global energy landscape, characterized by the use of natural gas to produce electricity. This process typically involves either gas turbines or combined cycle gas plants. In a gas turbine, compressed air is mixed with natural gas and ignited, producing high-temperature exhaust gases that spin a turbine connected to a generator. Combined cycle plants enhance efficiency by utilizing both gas and steam turbines. After the gas turbine generates electricity, the waste heat is used to produce steam, which drives a steam turbine, thereby maximizing energy extraction from the fuel.
Help us improve our database by reporting any corrections or updates. Your contribution helps keep our global power plant data accurate and up-to-date.