Miravalles I and II Geothermal Power Plant Costa Rica is a 115 MW geothermal facility located in Costa Rica. It is the largest geothermal power plant in the country and contributes to the national energy grid. Ranking as the 1st geothermal plant in Costa Rica, it represents 57.8% of the country's total geothermal capacity of 199 MW. Costa Rica has 5 geothermal plants with a combined capacity of 199 MW. The largest geothermal plant, Miravalles I and II, is the only one at this capacity, making it a unique asset in the country's energy portfolio. Geothermal energy is a vital part of Costa Rica's renewable energy strategy, contributing significantly to the country's electricity generation. The country is located in a geologically active region, providing ample geothermal resources. The plant is situated in the Guanacaste province, approximately 200 km from the capital city, San José.
32 years old
Costa Rica, North America
- Primary Fuel Type
- Geothermal
- Energy Source
- Renewable
- Country
Costa Rica- Continent
- North America
- Data Source
- Global Power Plant Database
Geothermal power generation harnesses the Earth's internal heat to produce electricity. This renewable energy source exploits the thermal energy stored beneath the Earth's crust, which can be accessed through geothermal power plants. These plants typically utilize steam or hot water from geothermal reservoirs to drive turbines that generate electricity. The process begins by drilling wells into geothermal reservoirs, often located in tectonically active regions, where the temperature gradient is favorable for energy extraction. The steam or hot water extracted is then channeled to turbines, converting thermal energy into mechanical energy, which is subsequently transformed into electrical energy by generators.
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