World Power Plants

Termoeléctrica Peñoles290 MW Oil

Oil

Termoeléctrica Peñoles is another key oil-fired power generation facility located in Mexico, boasting a capacity of 290 MW. This power plant plays an essential role in the energy generation landscape of the country, contributing to the local grid's stability and reliability. It is situated at coordinates 22.0694, -98.8469, strategically positioned to serve the energy needs of nearby communities and industries. Operated by Termoeléctrica Peñoles S. De R. L. De C. V., this facility employs oil as its primary fuel source, which provides a flexible solution for energy generation. The technology utilized in this power plant is designed to enhance efficiency and reduce environmental impacts, aligning with Mexico's energy policy goals of increasing sustainability while meeting rising electricity demands. Termoeléctrica Peñoles contributes significantly to Mexico's energy mix by providing base-load and peak-load power, ensuring a reliable electricity supply for consumers. With its substantial capacity, the facility plays a vital role in supporting economic activities in the region and enhancing energy security. Overall, Termoeléctrica Peñoles exemplifies the importance of oil-fired power plants in balancing the energy needs of a growing nation while working towards cleaner energy practices.

Capacity
290 MW
Commissioning Year
1999

27 years old

Owner
Termoeléctrica Peñoles S. De R. L. De C. V.
Location
22.0694°, -98.8469°

Mexico, North America

Context & rankings
  • 150. largest of 419 plants in Mexico
  • #6,243 worldwide by installed capacity
  • #245 of 2,478 Oil plants worldwide
  • 0.2% of the installed capacity of Mexico
Age & fleet comparison

27 years in operation

Oil fleet average: 28.7 years

Operator portfolio

Termoeléctrica Peñoles S. De R. L. De C. V. operates 1 plants totalling 290 MW

Regional density

20 plants within 100 km, 7,574 MW combined

Nearest plant: Termoeléctrica del Golfo y Peñoles (0.8 km)

Data provenance

Source: CFE-CENACE

Location

Coordinates:: 22.069400, -98.846900
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Carbon Footprint650 g CO₂/kWh
Annual CO₂
577.9 Kt
889 GWh/year × 650 g/kWh
Cumulative CO₂
15.60 Mt
Over 27 years of operation
Closing Soon
2029
3 years remaining
Annual emissions equivalent to
125.6K
cars per year
77.1K
homes per year
26.3M
trees to offset

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

MexicoEnergy Profile

419
Total Plants
141.6 GW
Total Capacity
GasHydroOilCoal
Top Fuels

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