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Central de ciclo combinado Fuerza y energia Hermosillo283 MW Natural Gas

GasVerified: Feb 2026

The Central de ciclo combinado Fuerza y energía Hermosillo is a significant power generation facility located in Mexico, specifically at coordinates 29.0945, -111.0980. This combined cycle power plant plays a crucial role in the national energy landscape by utilizing natural gas, a cleaner-burning fossil fuel, to generate electricity efficiently. With a capacity of 283 MW, it contributes substantially to the regional grid, supporting the growing energy demands of the surrounding areas. The technology employed in this plant allows for higher efficiencies compared to conventional gas plants, as it captures and utilizes the waste heat produced during the power generation process. Located in Hermosillo, the capital of the Sonora state, this power plant is strategically positioned to provide reliable energy to both urban and rural consumers, enhancing energy security in a region that experiences significant temperature fluctuations and energy demands. In the context of Mexico's energy policies, which aim to transition towards more sustainable energy sources while ensuring energy security and affordability, the Central de ciclo combinado Fuerza y energía Hermosillo aligns well with national goals. The plant's operational framework supports the country's objectives to diversify its energy mix and reduce greenhouse gas emissions by facilitating the use of natural gas, which is a vital component of Mexico's current and future energy strategy.

Capacity
283 MW
Commissioning Year
2010

16 years old

Owner
CFE (Comisión Federal de Electricidad)
Location
29.0945°, -111.0980°

Mexico, North America

Context & rankings
  • 154. largest of 419 plants in Mexico
  • #6,322 worldwide by installed capacity
  • #2,335 of 5,146 Natural Gas plants worldwide
  • 0.2% of the installed capacity of Mexico
Age & fleet comparison

16 years in operation

Natural Gas fleet average: 26.9 years

Operator portfolio

CFE (Comisión Federal de Electricidad) operates 26 plants totalling 3,610 MW

Regional density

5 plants within 100 km, 699 MW combined

Nearest plant: Fuerza y Energía de Hermosillo (7.3 km)

Data provenance

Location

Coordinates:: 29.094470, -111.098039
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Carbon Footprint490 g CO₂/kWh
Annual CO₂
546.6 Kt
1116 GWh/year × 490 g/kWh
Cumulative CO₂
8.75 Mt
Over 16 years of operation
Est. Retirement
2040
14 years remaining
Annual emissions equivalent to
118.8K
cars per year
72.9K
homes per year
24.8M
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
Mexico
Continent
North America
Data Source
Global Power Plant Database

MexicoEnergy Profile

419
Total Plants
141.6 GW
Total Capacity
GasHydroOilCoal
Top Fuels

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