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AES Andres is a significant gas-fired power plant located in the Dominican Republic at the coordinates 18.4074° N, -69.6343° W. With a considerable capacity of 319 MW, this facility plays a crucial role in the energy generation landscape of the country. Operated by AES Andres, the plant utilizes natural gas as its primary fuel source, which is favored for its ability to produce electricity with lower emissions compared to traditional fossil fuels. The strategic location of AES Andres is vital for the local grid, providing essential support to meet the electricity needs of the surrounding communities. As the Dominican Republic continues to develop its energy sector, the importance of gas-fired power plants like AES Andres is underscored, especially given the country's focus on diversifying its energy sources and enhancing energy security. The technology employed at AES Andres ensures high operational efficiency, allowing the plant to respond effectively to fluctuations in electricity demand. With ongoing shifts in energy policy towards more sustainable practices, AES Andres stands as an important contributor to the Dominican Republic's efforts to transition towards a cleaner energy future, balancing the immediate energy requirements with long-term environmental goals.

Capacity
319 MW
Commissioning Year
2002

24 years old

Owner
AES Andres
Location
18.4074°, -69.6343°

Dominican Republic, North America

Context & rankings
  • 2. largest of 15 plants in Dominican Republic
  • #5,911 worldwide by installed capacity
  • #2,212 of 5,146 Natural Gas plants worldwide
  • 17.17% of the installed capacity of Dominican Republic
Age & fleet comparison

24 years in operation

Natural Gas fleet average: 26.9 years

Operator portfolio

AES Andres operates 1 plants totalling 319 MW

Regional density

7 plants within 100 km, 1,081 MW combined

Nearest plant: Quisqueya 2 (31.4 km)

Location

Coordinates:: 18.407400, -69.634300
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Carbon Footprint490 g CO₂/kWh
Annual CO₂
616.2 Kt
1257 GWh/year × 490 g/kWh
Cumulative CO₂
14.79 Mt
Over 24 years of operation
Est. Retirement
2032
6 years remaining
Annual emissions equivalent to
134.0K
cars per year
82.2K
homes per year
28.0M
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
Dominican Republic
Continent
North America
Data Source
Global Power Plant Database

Dominican RepublicEnergy Profile

15
Total Plants
1.9 GW
Total Capacity
OilGasCoalHydro
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