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Fundicion Mina La Caridad

Coal

Fundicion Mina La Caridad is a 0 MW coal-fired power plant in Mexico, operated by an undisclosed entity. Commissioning year is not specified. Ranked #8 of 8 coal plants in Mexico. Its 0 MW represents 0% of Mexico's total coal capacity of 13,856 MW. The largest coal plant in Mexico is Plutarco Elías Calles (Petacalco) at 2,778 MW, making Fundicion Mina La Caridad 0 times smaller. Within 50 km, the nearest plant is Planta Generadora La Caridad (513 MW, Gas). The facility is located in Sonora, approximately 200 km from Hermosillo.

Capacity
0 MW
Commissioning Year
2006

20 years old

Owner
Grupo México
Location
30.4941°, -109.6355°

Mexico, North America

Location
Coordinates:: 30.494124, -109.635547
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Technical Details
Primary Fuel Type
Coal
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
Understanding Coal as a Power Generation Energy Source

Coal has long been a cornerstone of electricity generation worldwide, with a significant presence in the global energy landscape. As of recent data, there are approximately 2,608 coal power plants operating across 74 countries, boasting a total installed capacity of 2,257.3 gigawatts (GW). The leading nations in coal power generation include China, with 1,018 plants generating 1,038.0 GW, India with 287 plants at 253.3 GW, and the United States with 291 plants producing 252.0 GW. Other notable contributors include Germany and Japan, with 130 plants and 76.8 GW, and 61 plants and 63.9 GW, respectively. This widespread utilization reflects the essential role coal has played in the development of industrial and residential power systems globally.

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