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Alberto Lovera is a vital power generation facility located in Venezuela at coordinates 10.2211, -64.6102. This gas-fired power plant boasts a capacity of 300 MW, making it an important contributor to the national energy landscape. The plant’s operation is essential for meeting the energy demands of the region and supporting the overall infrastructure of Venezuela's power generation sector. As a gas facility, it benefits from the country's abundant natural gas reserves, allowing for efficient and cleaner energy production compared to traditional fossil fuels. The Alberto Lovera plant plays a crucial role in ensuring reliability within the local grid, providing a dependable source of electricity that is particularly important for economic activities and the daily lives of residents. Its strategic location enhances its significance in the energy mix, as it is well-positioned to distribute power to nearby areas. The operational context of the Alberto Lovera plant reflects Venezuela's broader energy policies aimed at utilizing domestic resources to bolster energy independence and sustainability. By focusing on natural gas as a primary fuel source, the facility aligns with global trends towards cleaner energy solutions, thus contributing positively to the country's energy future.

Capacity
300 MW
Commissioning Year
2010

16 years old

Owner
Electricidad de Venezuela (EDV)
Location
10.2211°, -64.6102°

Venezuela, South America

Context & rankings
  • 19. largest of 43 plants in Venezuela
  • #6,026 worldwide by installed capacity
  • #2,258 of 5,146 Natural Gas plants worldwide
  • 0.93% of the installed capacity of Venezuela
Age & fleet comparison

16 years in operation

Natural Gas fleet average: 26.9 years

Operator portfolio

Electricidad de Venezuela (EDV) operates 1 plants totalling 300 MW

Regional density

3 plants within 100 km, 589 MW combined

Nearest plant: Guanta (2.2 km)

Data provenance

Location

Coordinates:: 10.221100, -64.610200
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Carbon Footprint490 g CO₂/kWh
Annual CO₂
579.5 Kt
1183 GWh/year × 490 g/kWh
Cumulative CO₂
9.27 Mt
Over 16 years of operation
Est. Retirement
2040
14 years remaining
Annual emissions equivalent to
126.0K
cars per year
77.3K
homes per year
26.3M
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
Venezuela
Continent
South America
Data Source
Global Power Plant Database

VenezuelaEnergy Profile

43
Total Plants
32.4 GW
Total Capacity
HydroGas
Top Fuels

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