PUNTA GRANDE 19 DIESEL 11, with a capacity of 184.95 MW, holds the position of the 132nd largest power generation facility in Spain. This oil-powered plant, commissioned in 2013, contributes a modest 0.15% to Spain's total generation capacity of 122,104 MW. While oil is not the dominant fuel in the country—where gas leads the energy mix—this facility stands as the 11th largest among 30 oil plants, highlighting its specialized role within the energy sector. Notably, PUNTA GRANDE 19 DIESEL 11 operates in isolation, without any nearby plants within a 50 km radius, a geographic feature that emphasizes its unique contribution to the local grid. The facility employs advanced diesel technology to generate electricity, ensuring reliability and flexibility in energy supply, particularly during peak demand periods. This isolated location can be both a challenge and an opportunity, as it underscores the importance of the plant in providing essential energy services to the surrounding areas. Operated by UNION ELECTRICA DE CANARIAS GENERACION S.A.U., the facility has quickly established itself since its commissioning, playing a key role in the energy landscape of the Canary Islands. As Spain continues to shift towards a more sustainable energy future, the operational efficiency and reliability of PUNTA GRANDE 19 DIESEL 11 will be critical in balancing the energy mix and supporting the integration of renewable sources into the grid.
13 years old
Spain, Europe
- Primary Fuel Type
- Oil
- Energy Source
- Non-Renewable
- Country
Spain- Continent
- Europe
- Data Source
- Global Power Plant Database
Oil power generation involves the combustion of oil to produce electricity. The process typically begins with the extraction and refining of crude oil, which is then burned in a power plant to create steam. This steam drives turbines connected to generators, converting thermal energy into electrical energy. Oil power plants can vary in design, including steam turbine plants, gas turbine plants, and combined cycle plants, which utilize both gas and steam turbines to enhance efficiency. As of now, there are 2,416 oil power plants worldwide, distributed across 108 countries, with a total installed capacity of 286.9 gigawatts (GW).
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