Poza Rica is a 117 MW oil-fired power plant located in Veracruz, Mexico, operated by CFE. The facility generates electricity using oil as its primary fuel source, contributing to the energy supply in the region. It ranks as the 29th largest oil plant in Mexico. With 117 MW, it represents 0.62% of the country's total oil capacity of 18,889 MW. Mexico has 38 oil plants with a combined capacity of 18,889 MW. Compared to the largest oil plant, Central Termoeléctrica Francisco Pérez Ríos at 2,200 MW, Poza Rica is approximately 5.32% the size. Oil remains a significant part of Mexico's energy mix, providing about 13% of the country's electricity generation. The plant's location supports the local economy and energy needs, particularly in the Gulf Coast region. It is situated approximately 300 km from Mexico City in the eastern part of the country.
31 years old
Mexico, North America
- 200. largest of 419 plants in Mexico
- #9,430 worldwide by installed capacity
- #423 of 2,478 Oil plants worldwide
- 0.08% of the installed capacity of Mexico
31 years in operation
Oil fleet average: 28.7 years
CFE operates 104 plants totalling 51,242 MW
20 plants within 100 km, 7,928 MW combined
Source: CFE-CENACE
Location
Estimates based on Oil emission factor (650 g CO₂/kWh) and capacity factor (35%). Actual emissions may vary based on operating conditions, efficiency, and fuel quality.
Technical Details
- Primary Fuel Type
- Oil
- Energy Source
- Non-Renewable
- Country
Mexico- Continent
- North America
- Data Source
- Global Power Plant Database
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