Lerma is a 112 MW oil-fired power plant located in Mexico. It operates on oil and contributes to the country's energy generation since its commissioning. The plant is part of Mexico's broader energy infrastructure. Lerma ranks as the 32nd largest oil plant in Mexico. With a capacity of 112 MW, it represents 0.59% of Mexico's total oil capacity of 18,889 MW. Mexico has 38 oil plants with a combined capacity of 18,889 MW. In comparison, the largest oil plant, Central Termoeléctrica Francisco Pérez Ríos, has a capacity of 2,200 MW, making Lerma about 5.1% the size of this facility. Oil is a significant component of Mexico's energy mix, contributing approximately 18% of the country's electricity generation. The Lerma plant's operation supports local energy needs, given Mexico's reliance on diverse energy sources. It is situated in the southern region of the country, not far from the Gulf of Mexico, approximately 350 km from Mexico City.
11 years old
Mexico, North America
- Primary Fuel Type
- Oil
- Energy Source
- Non-Renewable
- Country
Mexico- Continent
- North America
- Data Source
- Global Power Plant Database
Oil power generation involves the combustion of oil to produce electricity. The process typically begins with the extraction and refining of crude oil, which is then burned in a power plant to create steam. This steam drives turbines connected to generators, converting thermal energy into electrical energy. Oil power plants can vary in design, including steam turbine plants, gas turbine plants, and combined cycle plants, which utilize both gas and steam turbines to enhance efficiency. As of now, there are 2,416 oil power plants worldwide, distributed across 108 countries, with a total installed capacity of 286.9 gigawatts (GW).
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