World Power Plants

Central Termoelectrica Juan de Dios Batiz Paredes320 MW Natural Gas

GasVerified: Feb 2026

Central Termoeléctrica Juan de Dios Bátiz Paredes is a pivotal gas-fired power generation facility located in Mexico, boasting a capacity of 320 MW. This power plant plays an integral role in the country’s energy mix, providing reliable electricity to meet the demands of the local grid. The facility operates using advanced gas turbine technology, which enables efficient combustion of natural gas, resulting in lower emissions and higher efficiency compared to older fossil fuel technologies. Positioned at the coordinates of 25.6070 latitude and -109.0497 longitude, the plant is strategically located to support energy needs in the surrounding areas, contributing to the stability of the national electricity supply. As part of the Comisión Federal de Electricidad (CFE) portfolio, Central Termoeléctrica Juan de Dios Bátiz Paredes is integral to Mexico's ongoing efforts to modernize its energy infrastructure and reduce reliance on more polluting fuels. The operational context of this facility reflects the national energy policies aimed at enhancing energy security and promoting cleaner technologies. With a capacity of 320 MW, the plant is well-equipped to provide dispatchable power, which is essential for balancing supply and demand, particularly in a grid that increasingly incorporates variable renewable energy sources. In essence, Central Termoeléctrica Juan de Dios Bátiz Paredes is a significant power plant within Mexico’s energy framework, utilizing gas to deliver essential electricity generation while supporting the country’s transition toward a more sustainable energy future.

Capacity
320 MW
Commissioning Year
2010

16 years old

Owner
Comisión Federal de Electricidad
Location
25.6070°, -109.0497°

Mexico, North America

Context & rankings
  • 133. largest of 419 plants in Mexico
  • #5,874 worldwide by installed capacity
  • #2,203 of 5,146 Natural Gas plants worldwide
  • 0.23% of the installed capacity of Mexico
Age & fleet comparison

16 years in operation

Natural Gas fleet average: 26.9 years

Operator portfolio

Comisión Federal de Electricidad operates 78 plants totalling 46,723 MW

Regional density

3 plants within 100 km, 2,024 MW combined

Nearest plant: Azucarera Los Mochis (20.4 km)

Data provenance

Location

Coordinates:: 25.607032, -109.049733
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Carbon Footprint490 g CO₂/kWh
Annual CO₂
618.1 Kt
1261 GWh/year × 490 g/kWh
Cumulative CO₂
9.89 Mt
Over 16 years of operation
Est. Retirement
2040
14 years remaining
Annual emissions equivalent to
134.4K
cars per year
82.4K
homes per year
28.1M
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
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