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Situated in the vibrant border city of Tijuana, Mexico, the Tijuana power plant plays a vital role in the region's energy landscape. As a gas-fired power generation facility, it boasts a significant capacity of 345 MW, contributing substantially to the electricity supply in one of Mexico's most populous areas. The plant is operated by the Comisión Federal de Electricidad (CFE), Mexico's state-owned utility, which is pivotal in ensuring energy reliability and sustainability across the nation. Gas-fired technology is known for its efficiency and lower carbon emissions compared to traditional fossil fuels, making the Tijuana plant an important asset in Mexico's transition towards cleaner energy sources. Located at coordinates 32.3685° N latitude and 117.0694° W longitude, Tijuana's strategic position near the U.S. border enhances its importance in the local grid, meeting both residential and industrial demands. The facility aligns with Mexico's energy policies aimed at diversifying the energy mix and reducing greenhouse gas emissions. As the country seeks to increase its reliance on natural gas, the Tijuana power plant stands out as a significant contributor to national energy generation, providing much-needed stability in a rapidly evolving energy market.

Capacity
345 MW
Commissioning Year
2010

16 years old

Owner
CFE
Location
32.3685°, -117.0694°

Mexico, North America

Context & rankings
  • 129. largest of 419 plants in Mexico
  • #5,697 worldwide by installed capacity
  • #2,121 of 5,146 Natural Gas plants worldwide
  • 0.24% of the installed capacity of Mexico
Age & fleet comparison

16 years in operation

Natural Gas fleet average: 26.9 years

Operator portfolio

CFE operates 104 plants totalling 51,242 MW

Regional density

76 plants within 100 km, 7,133 MW combined

Nearest plant: South Bay Fuel Cell Plant (19.4 km)

Data provenance

Source: CFE-CENACE

Location

Coordinates:: 32.368500, -117.069400
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Carbon Footprint490 g CO₂/kWh
Annual CO₂
666.4 Kt
1360 GWh/year × 490 g/kWh
Cumulative CO₂
10.66 Mt
Over 16 years of operation
Est. Retirement
2040
14 years remaining
Annual emissions equivalent to
144.9K
cars per year
88.9K
homes per year
30.3M
trees to offset

Estimates based on Gas emission factor (490 g CO₂/kWh) and capacity factor (45%). Actual emissions may vary based on operating conditions, efficiency, and fuel quality.

Technical Details

Primary Fuel Type
Gas
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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