World Power Plants

Central Termica Termocentro272 MW Natural Gas

GasVerified: Feb 2026

Central Térmica Termocentro plays a crucial role in Colombia's energy generation landscape, contributing significantly to the national energy mix with its 272 MW capacity. As a gas-fired power plant, it utilizes modern combustion technology to convert natural gas into electricity efficiently. This facility, operated by ISAGEN, has been a part of Colombia's energy infrastructure since its commissioning in 1997, and it remains a vital component of the country's efforts to diversify its energy sources and reduce reliance on hydroelectric power. Located at the coordinates 6.4442° N, 74.3813° W, Central Térmica Termocentro is strategically positioned to support the energy needs of the surrounding region, particularly in the context of Colombia's ongoing energy policy initiatives that aim to bolster energy security and sustainability. The plant's operational context is particularly relevant as Colombia faces challenges related to climate variability affecting hydroelectric generation, making natural gas an increasingly important fuel source. The use of gas technology allows for rapid response to fluctuations in demand, enhancing the stability of the local grid. As such, Central Térmica Termocentro is not only significant for its capacity but also for its ability to provide reliable and flexible energy generation in a changing climate.

Capacity
272 MW
Commissioning Year
1997

29 years old

Owner
ISAGEN
Location
6.4442°, -74.3813°

Colombia, South America

Context & rankings
  • 53. largest of 127 plants in Colombia
  • #6,405 worldwide by installed capacity
  • #2,368 of 5,146 Natural Gas plants worldwide
  • 0.73% of the installed capacity of Colombia
Age & fleet comparison

29 years in operation

Natural Gas fleet average: 26.9 years

Operator portfolio

ISAGEN operates 4 plants totalling 2,341 MW

Regional density

22 plants within 100 km, 9,465 MW combined

Nearest plant: Termocentro (2.6 km)

Data provenance

Location

Coordinates:: 6.444222, -74.381282
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Carbon Footprint490 g CO₂/kWh
Annual CO₂
525.4 Kt
1072 GWh/year × 490 g/kWh
Cumulative CO₂
15.24 Mt
Over 29 years of operation
Closing Soon
2027
1 year remaining
Annual emissions equivalent to
114.2K
cars per year
70.1K
homes per year
23.9M
trees to offset

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
Colombia
Continent
South America
Data Source
Global Power Plant Database

ColombiaEnergy Profile

127
Total Plants
37.5 GW
Total Capacity
HydroGasCoalOil
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