Esti Hydroelectric Power Plant Panama— 120 MW Hydroelectric
Esti Hydroelectric Power Plant Panama is a 120 MW facility located in Panama. This hydro plant generates electricity by harnessing the kinetic energy of flowing water. It ranks as the 4th largest hydro plant in Panama. With a capacity of 120 MW, it represents 11.29% of the country's total hydro capacity of 1,063 MW. Panama has 8 hydro plants with a combined capacity of 1,063 MW. In comparison to the largest hydro plant, Edwin Fabrega (Fortuna) at 300 MW, Esti is 40% of its size. Hydropower is a significant source of renewable energy in Panama, contributing to the country's electricity generation. The diverse geography, featuring numerous rivers and high rainfall, supports hydroelectric development. The plant is located in the Chiriquí Province, approximately 300 km west of Panama City.
Panama, North America
- 5. largest of 17 plants in Panama
- #9,242 worldwide by installed capacity
- #2,039 of 8,493 Hydroelectric plants worldwide
- 7.35% of the installed capacity of Panama
4 plants within 100 km, 624 MW combined
Nearest plant: Edwin Fabrega (Fortuna) Hydroelectric Power Plant Panama (15.6 km)
Source: GEODB
Location
Zero Direct Emissions
Esti Hydroelectric Power Plant Panama is a hydro power plant producing approximately 420 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
Panama- Continent
- North America
- Data Source
- Global Power Plant Database
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