Presidente Sarmiento is a 31.5 MW gas-fired power plant in Argentina, operated by AES Argentina Generacion S.A. since its commissioning. Ranked #70 of 82 gas plants in Argentina, it represents 0.13% of the country's total gas capacity of 23,690 MW. The largest gas plant in Argentina is Costanera power station at 2,324 MW, making Presidente Sarmiento 73.7 times smaller. Nearby plants within 50 km include Salto Grande (945 MW, Hydro), Los Caracoles Dam (125.2 MW, Hydro), and CH Los Caracoles (121.4 MW, Hydro). The facility is located in the province of San Juan, approximately 150 km from the city of Mendoza.
Argentina, South America
Location
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
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