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
- 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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