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Termocentro, a prominent gas-fired power generation facility located in Colombia, boasts a capacity of 300 MW and is operated by Isagen S.A. This power plant, situated at coordinates 6.4656° N latitude and -74.3912° W longitude, plays a pivotal role in Colombia's energy landscape, particularly in providing reliable electricity to meet the growing demand in urban areas. Utilizing advanced gas turbine technology, Termocentro efficiently converts natural gas into electricity, making it a critical component of the country's energy generation strategy. As Colombia continues to expand its energy infrastructure, Termocentro stands out as a model for modern gas-powered plants, optimizing fuel efficiency and minimizing environmental impact. The Colombian government has emphasized the importance of diversifying its energy sources, and facilities like Termocentro are essential to achieving this goal. The operational context of Termocentro reflects a national commitment to enhancing energy security and sustainability, while also supporting economic development through increased access to electricity. As part of a broader energy mix, this gas facility helps to stabilize the grid, particularly during peak demand periods, ensuring that the population has access to reliable and affordable energy.

Capacity
300 MW
Commissioning Year
1998

28 years old

Owner
Isagen S.A.
Location
6.4656°, -74.3912°

Colombia, South America

Context & rankings
  • 49. largest of 127 plants in Colombia
  • #6,023 worldwide by installed capacity
  • #2,258 of 5,146 Natural Gas plants worldwide
  • 0.8% of the installed capacity of Colombia
Age & fleet comparison

28 years in operation

Natural Gas fleet average: 26.9 years

Operator portfolio

Isagen S.A. operates 6 plants totalling 2,958 MW

Regional density

24 plants within 100 km, 10,757 MW combined

Nearest plant: Central Térmica Termocentro (2.6 km)

Data provenance

Source: ProColombia

Location

Coordinates:: 6.465600, -74.391200
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Carbon Footprint490 g CO₂/kWh
Annual CO₂
579.5 Kt
1183 GWh/year × 490 g/kWh
Cumulative CO₂
16.23 Mt
Over 28 years of operation
Closing Soon
2028
2 years remaining
Annual emissions equivalent to
126.0K
cars per year
77.3K
homes per year
26.3M
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
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