LOS ESPINOS is a 124 MW oil-fired power plant located in Chile, operated by TERMOELECTRICA LOS ESPINOS S.A. The facility generates electricity using oil as its primary fuel source, contributing to Chile's energy generation capacity. It ranks as the 7th largest oil plant in Chile. With 124 MW, it represents 4.26% of the country's total oil capacity of 2,912 MW. Chile has 71 oil plants with a combined capacity of 2,912 MW. Compared to the largest oil plant, NUEVA RENCA at 370 MW, LOS ESPINOS is approximately 1/3rd the size. Oil plays a diminishing role in Chile's energy mix, with a shift towards renewable sources. The LOS ESPINOS plant supports the country's energy needs, particularly in regions where oil remains a viable option. It is located in the Coquimbo Region, approximately 300 km north of Santiago.
30 years old
Chile, South America
- 68. largest of 383 plants in Chile
- #9,150 worldwide by installed capacity
- #411 of 2,478 Oil plants worldwide
- 0.39% of the installed capacity of Chile
30 years in operation
Oil fleet average: 28.7 years
TERMOELECTRICA LOS ESPINOS S.A. operates 1 plants totalling 124 MW
17 plants within 100 km, 1,937 MW combined
Source: Energía Abierta
Location
Estimates based on Oil emission factor (650 g CO₂/kWh) and capacity factor (35%). Actual emissions may vary based on operating conditions, efficiency, and fuel quality.
Technical Details
- Primary Fuel Type
- Oil
- Energy Source
- Non-Renewable
- Country
Chile- Continent
- South America
- Data Source
- Global Power Plant Database
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