Tirio is a 1.1 MW hydro power plant in Mexico, contributing to the country's hydroelectric capacity. Ranked #133 of 134 hydro plants in Mexico, it represents a mere 0.003% of the total hydro capacity of 31,832 MW. The largest hydro plant in Mexico is Chicoasén Dam at 2,400 MW, making Tirio 2,181.8 times smaller. Nearby plants include Botello (18 MW, Hydro) and San Pedro Porúas (2.6 MW, Hydro). This facility is located in Mexico, approximately 50 km from the nearest major city.
Mexico, North America
- 409. largest of 419 plants in Mexico
- #37,209 worldwide by installed capacity
- #8,038 of 8,493 Hydroelectric plants worldwide
13 plants within 100 km, 648 MW combined
Source: CFE
Location
Zero Direct Emissions
Tirio is a hydro power plant producing approximately 4 GWh of clean electricity per year with zero direct CO₂ emissions during operation.
Lifecycle emissions: ~24 g CO₂/kWh (manufacturing, transport, decommissioning)
Technical Details
- Primary Fuel Type
- Hydro
- Energy Source
- Renewable
- Country
Mexico- Continent
- North America
- Data Source
- Global Power Plant Database
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