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Corobici (Miguel Pablo Dengo) Hydroelectric Power Plant Costa Rica180 MW Hydroelectric

HydroRenewable

Corobici (Miguel Pablo Dengo) Hydroelectric Power Plant is distinguished as the fourth largest power generation facility in Costa Rica, boasting a capacity of 180 MW. This significant output represents 9.14% of the country’s total capacity of 1,968 MW, firmly placing it among the leading contributors to the national grid. Notably, Costa Rica's energy profile is heavily skewed towards hydroelectric power, with 18 hydro plants collectively generating a vast majority of the country's electricity. Corobici is recognized as the second largest hydro facility, harnessing the perennial flow of local rivers to produce clean energy through advanced turbine technology. The strategic location of Corobici is complemented by its proximity to several other power generation facilities, including the Garabito ICE Power Plant (200 MW, oil), Arenal Hydroelectric Power Plant (157.5 MW), and multiple geothermal plants, creating a robust energy cluster that enhances grid reliability. With the national energy strategy heavily focused on renewable sources, Corobici plays a pivotal role in ensuring sustainability and reducing carbon emissions. Operated by the Costa Rican Electricity Institute (ICE), this hydroelectric facility underscores the nation’s commitment to green energy, having been established as part of a broader initiative to promote renewable resources. As Costa Rica continues to lead by example in the pursuit of environmental sustainability, Corobici's operational significance is likely to grow, positioning it as a cornerstone of the country's future energy landscape.

Capacity
180 MW
Commissioning Year
2016

10 years old

Owner
Instituto Costarricense de Electricidad
Location
10.4695°, -85.0763°

Costa Rica, North America

Context & rankings
  • 4. largest of 27 plants in Costa Rica
  • #7,773 worldwide by installed capacity
  • #1,562 of 8,493 Hydroelectric plants worldwide
  • 9.14% of the installed capacity of Costa Rica
Age & fleet comparison

10 years in operation

Hydroelectric fleet average: 42.1 years

Operator portfolio

Instituto Costarricense de Electricidad operates 17 plants totalling 1,180 MW

Regional density
Data provenance

Source: GEODB

Location

Coordinates:: 10.469500, -85.076300
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Carbon Footprint

Zero Direct Emissions

Corobici (Miguel Pablo Dengo) Hydroelectric Power Plant Costa Rica is a hydro power plant producing approximately 631 GWh of clean electricity per year with zero direct CO₂ emissions during operation.

Lifecycle emissions: ~24 g CO₂/kWh (manufacturing, transport, decommissioning)

Technical Details

Primary Fuel Type
Hydro
Energy Source
Renewable
Country
Costa Rica
Continent
North America
Data Source
Global Power Plant Database

Costa RicaEnergy Profile

27
Total Plants
2.0 GW
Total Capacity
HydroOilGeothermalSolar
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