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EX CENTRAL BUENOS AIRES321 MW Natural Gas

Gas

EX Central Buenos Aires is a significant gas-fired power generation facility located in Argentina, specifically at coordinates -34.6270, -58.3382. With a capacity of 321 MW, this power plant plays a crucial role in meeting the energy demands of the Buenos Aires region. As a gas power plant operated by Endesa Costanera, it utilizes natural gas as its primary fuel source, contributing to the national energy mix that aims to provide a cleaner alternative to traditional fossil fuels. The facility's strategic location in the capital city of Buenos Aires enhances its importance to the local grid, facilitating efficient energy distribution to surrounding areas. Natural gas technology is favored for its lower emissions compared to coal and oil, making EX Central Buenos Aires a key player in Argentina's efforts to transition towards more sustainable energy practices. The plant operates within a context of national energy policies that encourage the use of gas as a bridge fuel, supporting the growth of renewable energy sources in the future. As such, EX Central Buenos Aires not only serves as a vital energy generation asset for the country but also embodies Argentina's commitment to enhancing energy security and reducing greenhouse gas emissions.

Capacity
321 MW
Commissioning Year
2000

26 years old

Owner
ENDESA COSTANERA
Location
-34.6270°, -58.3382°

Argentina, South America

Context & rankings
  • 62. largest of 368 plants in Argentina
  • #5,865 worldwide by installed capacity
  • #2,199 of 5,146 Natural Gas plants worldwide
  • 0.46% of the installed capacity of Argentina
Age & fleet comparison

26 years in operation

Natural Gas fleet average: 26.9 years

Operator portfolio

ENDESA COSTANERA operates 5 plants totalling 2,321 MW

Regional density

32 plants within 100 km, 12,700 MW combined

Nearest plant: Dock Sud Power Plant (2.9 km)

Data provenance

Location

Coordinates:: -34.627000, -58.338200
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Carbon Footprint490 g CO₂/kWh
Annual CO₂
620.0 Kt
1265 GWh/year × 490 g/kWh
Cumulative CO₂
16.12 Mt
Over 26 years of operation
Closing Soon
2030
4 years remaining
Annual emissions equivalent to
134.8K
cars per year
82.7K
homes per year
28.2M
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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