Planta Curico is a 2 MW coal-fired power plant in Chile, operated by CGI IANSA since its commissioning. Ranked #14 of 14 coal plants in Chile, its 2 MW represents 0.04% of Chile's total coal capacity of 4,839 MW. The largest coal plant in Chile is Termoelectrica Tocopilla (U12) at 1,002 MW, making Planta Curico 501 times smaller. Nearby plants include Teno (58.882 MW, Oil), Providencia (14 MW, Hydro), and CBB-Centro (13.532 MW, Oil). The facility is located in the Maule Region, approximately 250 km south of Santiago.
Chile, South America
- Primary Fuel Type
- Coal
- Energy Source
- Non-Renewable
- Country
Chile- Continent
- South America
- Data Source
- Global Power Plant Database
Coal has long been a cornerstone of electricity generation worldwide, with a significant presence in the global energy landscape. As of recent data, there are approximately 2,608 coal power plants operating across 74 countries, boasting a total installed capacity of 2,257.3 gigawatts (GW). The leading nations in coal power generation include China, with 1,018 plants generating 1,038.0 GW, India with 287 plants at 253.3 GW, and the United States with 291 plants producing 252.0 GW. Other notable contributors include Germany and Japan, with 130 plants and 76.8 GW, and 61 plants and 63.9 GW, respectively. This widespread utilization reflects the essential role coal has played in the development of industrial and residential power systems globally.
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