Palo Gordo is a 76.9 MW biomass power plant in Guatemala, commissioned in 2014. Ranked #7 of 13 biomass plants in Guatemala, it accounts for 8.74% of the country's total biomass capacity of 880 MW. The largest biomass plant in Guatemala is Magdalena at 145 MW, making Palo Gordo 1.9 times smaller. Nearby plants include Pantaleon (82 MW, Biomass), La Union (78 MW, Biomass), and Tulula (50 MW, Biomass). The facility is located in the Retalhuleu region, approximately 30 km from the city of San Martin Zapotitlán.
12 years old
Guatemala, North America
- 19. largest of 76 plants in Guatemala
- #11,359 worldwide by installed capacity
- #127 of 1,487 Biomass plants worldwide
- 2.08% of the installed capacity of Guatemala
12 years in operation
Biomass fleet average: 20.5 years
Energuate S.A. operates 2 plants totalling 155 MW
52 plants within 100 km, 2,691 MW combined
Location
Estimates based on Biomass emission factor (230 g CO₂/kWh) and capacity factor (65%). Actual emissions may vary based on operating conditions, efficiency, and fuel quality.
Technical Details
- Primary Fuel Type
- Biomass
- Energy Source
- Renewable
- Country
Guatemala- Continent
- North America
- Data Source
- Global Power Plant Database
Nearby Power Plants
See Incorrect or Missing Data?
Help us improve our database by reporting any corrections or updates. Your contribution helps keep our global power plant data accurate and up-to-date.