Mexico

Ángel Albino Corzo (Peñitas) — 420 MW Hydroelectric

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Ángel Albino Corzo (Peñitas) is a 420 MW hydro power plant located in Mexico. View location, capacity, and technical details.

Capacity
420 MW

Installed

Commissioned
2005

Year online

Owner
CFE

Operator

Location
17.45, -93.46

Coordinates

Insights

#119
largest in Mexico
#832
largest Hydroelectric worldwide
#5,099
largest worldwide
2005
21 yrs newer than avg
104
operated by CFE
17
plants within 100 km

Technical Details

Fuel Type
Hydroelectric
Capacity
420 MW
Commissioned
2005
Status
Operational
Owner
CFE
Country
Mexico
Coordinates
17.446, -93.463

Estimated Carbon Footprint

Annual CO₂
35,320 t

tonnes / year

Lifetime CO₂
2,825,626 t

over ~80 yrs

Intensity
24 g

gCO₂ per kWh

Annual emissions equal to

7,678
cars / year
4,709
homes / year
1,605,469
trees to offset

Renewable source — life-cycle emissions only (materials/construction), no direct combustion. Open calculator

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About this plant

The Ángel Albino Corzo (Peñitas) hydroelectric power station, located in the state of Chiapas, Mexico, is a significant player in the country’s renewable energy landscape. With a capacity of 420 MW, this hydroelectric facility is operated by the Comisión Federal de Electricidad (CFE) and serves as a cornerstone for Mexico’s commitment to increasing its share of clean energy sources in the national energy mix. The power plant is strategically situated at coordinates 17.4463 latitude and -93.4628 longitude, harnessing the natural flow of the Grijalva River to produce electricity in an environmentally friendly manner. As Mexico aims to diversify its energy portfolio, hydroelectric generation has become increasingly important, contributing to both energy security and sustainability goals. Utilizing advanced hydroelectric technology, the Ángel Albino Corzo (Peñitas) power station efficiently converts the kinetic energy of flowing water into electrical energy. This process not only generates power but also supports local ecosystems by maintaining river flow and sediment transport. The operational context of the plant reflects Mexico’s ongoing efforts to reduce reliance on fossil fuels while promoting renewable resources. As part of the national grid, the Ángel Albino Corzo (Peñitas) power station plays a vital role in meeting the electricity demands of the region and bolstering the overall stability of the country’s energy infrastructure.

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