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Pedro Camejo is a vital gas-fired power generation facility located in Venezuela, with geographic coordinates of 10.1771° N and 67.9462° W. This power plant, commissioned in an unspecified year, has a notable capacity of 300 MW, contributing significantly to the country's energy generation landscape. Utilizing natural gas as its primary fuel source, Pedro Camejo exemplifies the shift towards cleaner energy solutions in an environment traditionally reliant on oil. The facility's operation reflects the growing importance of natural gas in Venezuela's energy mix, which is essential for meeting the national electricity demand. The technology employed in Pedro Camejo allows for efficient energy production with reduced emissions compared to conventional coal-fired plants. Its strategic location enhances its importance to the local grid, providing essential electricity to nearby communities and supporting the country's energy security. As Venezuela navigates its energy policy landscape, the role of facilities like Pedro Camejo becomes increasingly significant in transitioning towards a more sustainable energy framework. The operational context of this power plant is particularly relevant given the country's ongoing efforts to diversify its energy sources and enhance the reliability of its electricity supply.

Capacity
300 MW
Commissioning Year
2010

16 years old

Owner
PDVSA
Location
10.1771°, -67.9462°

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

PDVSA operates 10 plants totalling 2,986 MW

Regional density

5 plants within 100 km, 2,646 MW combined

Nearest plant: Castillito Gas Power Plant Venezuela (1.5 km)

Data provenance

Location

Coordinates:: 10.177100, -67.946200
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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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