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Central Termoeléctrica Salta416 MW Natural Gas

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Central Termoeléctrica Salta is an important gas-fired power generation facility located in Argentina, with precise coordinates of -24.7431 latitude and -65.0514 longitude. With a robust capacity of 416 MW, this power plant serves a critical role in the national energy mix, particularly in the northwestern region of the country. As Argentina transitions towards a more diversified energy portfolio, the utilization of natural gas as a fuel type reflects a commitment to cleaner energy production. This facility is vital for meeting local demand and ensuring the stability of the grid during peak consumption periods. The operational characteristics of Central Termoeléctrica Salta allow for quick ramp-up to meet fluctuating energy needs, making it an essential contributor to the region’s energy security. The strategic significance of this plant is underscored by Argentina's energy policies, which increasingly prioritize renewable energy integration while still relying on gas-fired generation to provide a transitional solution. The Central Termoeléctrica Salta thus embodies the dynamic nature of Argentina's energy landscape, balancing immediate power needs with long-term sustainability goals.

Capacity
416 MW
Commissioning Year
2006

20 years old

Owner
AES Gener
Location
-24.7431°, -65.0514°

Argentina, South America

Context & rankings
  • 57. largest of 368 plants in Argentina
  • #5,148 worldwide by installed capacity
  • #1,885 of 5,146 Natural Gas plants worldwide
  • 0.59% of the installed capacity of Argentina
Age & fleet comparison

20 years in operation

Natural Gas fleet average: 26.9 years

Operator portfolio

AES Gener operates 1 plants totalling 416 MW

Regional density

11 plants within 100 km, 2,242 MW combined

Nearest plant: CENTRAL TERMICA GÜEMES SA (6 km)

Data provenance

Location

Coordinates:: -24.743097, -65.051419
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Carbon Footprint490 g CO₂/kWh
Annual CO₂
803.5 Kt
1640 GWh/year × 490 g/kWh
Cumulative CO₂
16.07 Mt
Over 20 years of operation
Est. Retirement
2036
10 years remaining
Annual emissions equivalent to
174.7K
cars per year
107.1K
homes per year
36.5M
trees to offset

Estimates based on Gas emission factor (490 g CO₂/kWh) and capacity factor (45%). Actual emissions may vary based on operating conditions, efficiency, and fuel quality.

Technical Details

Primary Fuel Type
Gas
Energy Source
Non-Renewable
Country
Argentina
Continent
South America
Data Source
Global Power Plant Database

ArgentinaEnergy Profile

368
Total Plants
70.2 GW
Total Capacity
HydroGasCoalNuclear
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