World Power Plants

NUEVA VENTANAS248.989 MW Coal

Coal

NUEVA VENTANAS is a coal-fired power generation facility located in Chile, with a capacity of 248.9888 MW. Positioned at coordinates -32.7498, -71.4832, this power plant plays a significant role in the country’s energy landscape, which has traditionally relied on coal as a primary energy source. Operated by ELECTRICA VENTANAS, the plant contributes to the Chilean grid, which is increasingly focused on balancing energy needs with environmental considerations. As Chile navigates its energy transition, the reliance on coal is being scrutinized, but facilities like NUEVA VENTANAS remain pivotal in providing baseload power to support economic activities and residential needs. The 248.9888 MW capacity of this plant is essential in meeting the electricity demands of local communities and industries, particularly in regions where renewable energy sources are still developing. The operational context of NUEVA VENTANAS reflects Chile's broader energy policies aimed at diversifying the energy mix and reducing greenhouse gas emissions over the long term. The government is pushing for the integration of more renewable resources into the grid, yet coal generation remains a key player in the short term. Overall, NUEVA VENTANAS serves as a vital asset in Chile's energy generation framework, balancing immediate energy requirements with the country's future sustainability goals.

Capacity
248.989 MW
Commissioning Year
2010

16 years old

Owner
ELECTRICA VENTANAS
Location
-32.7498°, -71.4832°

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

ELECTRICA VENTANAS operates 1 plants totalling 249 MW

Regional density

34 plants within 100 km, 3,927 MW combined

Nearest plant: QUINTERO (4.2 km)

Data provenance

Location

Coordinates:: -32.749800, -71.483200
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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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