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CAMPICHE is another significant coal-fired power generation facility located in Chile, with a capacity of 248.9888 MW. The plant's geographical coordinates of -32.7483, -71.4833 place it in a region that is central to the country’s energy infrastructure. Operated by EMPRESA ELECTRICA CAMPICHE S.A., CAMPICHE plays a crucial role in supporting the local energy grid, especially in regions where coal remains a vital source of electricity. The 248.9888 MW capacity of this power plant ensures that it meets the increasing electricity demands of both residential and industrial users in the area. As Chile moves towards a more diversified energy portfolio, the operational significance of CAMPICHE cannot be overlooked. Although there is a strong push towards renewable energy, coal-fired plants like CAMPICHE are still necessary for providing reliable baseload power, particularly during times when renewable sources may be less available. The Chilean government’s energy policies reflect a commitment to reducing emissions while ensuring energy security, and facilities like CAMPICHE are part of the transitional framework that balances these objectives. In summary, CAMPICHE stands as an essential component of Chile's energy generation landscape, contributing to the national grid while the country gradually works towards enhancing its renewable energy capacity.

Capacity
248.989 MW
Commissioning Year
2010

16 years old

Owner
EMPRESA ELECTRICA CAMPICHE S.A.
Location
-32.7483°, -71.4833°

Chile, South America

Context & rankings
  • 39. largest of 383 plants in Chile
  • #6,732 worldwide by installed capacity
  • #2,019 of 2,793 Coal plants worldwide
  • 0.79% of the installed capacity of Chile
Age & fleet comparison

16 years in operation

Coal fleet average: 29.2 years

Operator portfolio

EMPRESA ELECTRICA CAMPICHE S.A. operates 1 plants totalling 249 MW

Regional density

34 plants within 100 km, 3,927 MW combined

Nearest plant: QUINTERO (4.3 km)

Data provenance

Location

Coordinates:: -32.748300, -71.483300
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Carbon Footprint820 g CO₂/kWh
Annual CO₂
983.7 Kt
1200 GWh/year × 820 g/kWh
Cumulative CO₂
15.74 Mt
Over 16 years of operation
Est. Retirement
2050
24 years remaining
Annual emissions equivalent to
213.8K
cars per year
131.2K
homes per year
44.7M
trees to offset

Estimates based on Coal emission factor (820 g CO₂/kWh) and capacity factor (55%). Actual emissions may vary based on operating conditions, efficiency, and fuel quality.

Technical Details

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

ChileEnergy Profile

383
Total Plants
31.5 GW
Total Capacity
HydroGasCoalSolar
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