World Power Plants

Campanillas power plant416 MW Natural Gas

GasVerified: Mar 2026

The Campanillas power plant serves as a key component of Spain’s energy generation infrastructure, located at coordinates 36.7491 latitude and -4.5631 longitude in the Malaga region. This gas-fired facility boasts a capacity of 416 MW, playing an essential role in the national energy mix by providing reliable and efficient power. The use of natural gas as a primary fuel type allows for cleaner combustion compared to traditional fossil fuels, making it a more environmentally friendly option while still capable of responding quickly to fluctuations in energy demand. In the context of Spain's energy policies, which encourage a shift towards lower carbon emissions, the Campanillas power plant stands out as a transitional solution that supports the integration of renewable energy sources into the grid. Its operational flexibility enables it to back up intermittent resources like solar and wind, ensuring that electricity supply remains stable even during periods of high demand or low renewable output. The plant's strategic location in southern Spain enhances its significance to the local grid, providing essential support to the energy needs of surrounding communities and industries. Overall, the Campanillas power plant exemplifies the balancing act of modern energy generation, combining efficiency with a commitment to reducing overall carbon footprints.

Capacity
416 MW
Commissioning Year
2008

18 years old

Owner
Gas Natural Fenosa
Location
36.7491°, -4.5631°

Spain, Europe

Context & rankings
  • 91. largest of 981 plants in Spain
  • #5,148 worldwide by installed capacity
  • #1,885 of 5,146 Natural Gas plants worldwide
  • 0.34% of the installed capacity of Spain
Age & fleet comparison

18 years in operation

Natural Gas fleet average: 26.9 years

Operator portfolio

Gas Natural Fenosa operates 2 plants totalling 1,175 MW

Regional density

44 plants within 100 km, 7,864 MW combined

Nearest plant: TAJO DE LA ENCANTADA 1 (25.1 km)

Data provenance

Source: Wikidata

Location

Coordinates:: 36.749119, -4.563124
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Carbon Footprint490 g CO₂/kWh
Annual CO₂
803.5 Kt
1640 GWh/year × 490 g/kWh
Cumulative CO₂
14.46 Mt
Over 18 years of operation
Est. Retirement
2038
12 years remaining
Annual emissions equivalent to
174.7K
cars per year
107.1K
homes per year
36.5M
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
Spain
Continent
Europe
Data Source
Global Power Plant Database

SpainEnergy Profile

981
Total Plants
122.1 GW
Total Capacity
GasHydroNuclearWind
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