Rio Macho Hydroelectic Power Plant Costa Rica— 120 MW Hydroelectric
Rio Macho Hydroelectric Power Plant is a 120 MW hydroelectric facility located in Costa Rica, commissioned in 2011. It generates electricity from water resources, contributing to the country's renewable energy portfolio. Rio Macho ranks as the 5th largest hydro plant in Costa Rica. With a capacity of 120 MW, it represents 9.24% of the country's total hydro capacity of 1,298 MW. Costa Rica has 18 hydro plants with a combined capacity of 1,298 MW. Compared to the largest hydro plant, Angostura Hydroelectric Power Station at 210 MW, Rio Macho is approximately 57% the size. Hydropower is a crucial part of Costa Rica's energy mix, supplying a large portion of the country's electricity needs. The country's mountainous terrain and abundant rainfall facilitate hydroelectric generation. The plant is situated approximately 100 km from the capital city, San José, in the central region.
Costa Rica, North America
- 7. largest of 27 plants in Costa Rica
- #9,242 worldwide by installed capacity
- #2,039 of 8,493 Hydroelectric plants worldwide
- 6.1% of the installed capacity of Costa Rica
16 plants within 100 km, 1,075 MW combined
Nearest plant: Cachi Hydroelectric Power Station Costa Rica (8.3 km)
Source: GEODB
Location
Zero Direct Emissions
Rio Macho Hydroelectic Power Plant Costa Rica is a hydro power plant producing approximately 420 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
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