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CT SAN MIGUEL DE TUCUMAN396.62 MW Natural Gas

Gas

CT San Miguel de Tucuman, located in Argentina at coordinates -26.9955, -65.1660, is a significant gas-fired power generation facility that plays an influential role in the country’s energy landscape. With a capacity of 396.62 MW, this plant is integral to meeting the electricity demands of the Tucumán province and beyond. Owned and operated by YPF ENERGIA ELECTRICA S.A., the facility utilizes gas as its primary fuel source, which is known for its efficiency and lower emissions relative to other fossil fuels. Commissioned in 1999, CT San Miguel de Tucuman has become a crucial component of Argentina's energy mix, particularly as the nation looks to diversify its energy sources amidst fluctuating economic conditions. The operational context of this power plant reflects Argentina's energy policies aimed at reducing reliance on traditional energy sources and enhancing energy security. The ability of gas power generation technologies to ramp up quickly makes this facility vital during peak demand periods, thus ensuring that the local grid remains stable. In a country where energy reliability is paramount, CT San Miguel de Tucuman stands out as a key contributor to both local and national energy generation efforts.

Capacity
396.62 MW
Commissioning Year
1999

27 years old

Owner
YPF ENERGIA ELECTRICA S.A.
Location
-26.9955°, -65.1660°

Argentina, South America

Context & rankings
  • 58. largest of 368 plants in Argentina
  • #5,341 worldwide by installed capacity
  • #1,957 of 5,146 Natural Gas plants worldwide
  • 0.56% of the installed capacity of Argentina
Age & fleet comparison

27 years in operation

Natural Gas fleet average: 26.9 years

Operator portfolio

YPF ENERGIA ELECTRICA S.A. operates 2 plants totalling 835 MW

Regional density

15 plants within 100 km, 1,199 MW combined

Nearest plant: CT INDEPENDENCIA (15.5 km)

Data provenance

Location

Coordinates:: -26.995500, -65.166000
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Carbon Footprint490 g CO₂/kWh
Annual CO₂
766.1 Kt
1563 GWh/year × 490 g/kWh
Cumulative CO₂
20.68 Mt
Over 27 years of operation
Closing Soon
2029
3 years remaining
Annual emissions equivalent to
166.5K
cars per year
102.1K
homes per year
34.8M
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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