Spain

AGUAYO 3 — 361 MW Hydroelectric

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AGUAYO 3 is a 361 MW hydro power plant located in Spain. View location, capacity, and technical details.

Capacity
361 MW

Installed

Commissioned
1983

Year online

Owner
VIESGO GENERACION S.L.

Operator

Location
43.10, -4.00

Coordinates

Insights

#103
largest in Spain
#951
largest Hydroelectric worldwide
#5,546
largest worldwide
1983
1 yrs older than avg
9
operated by VIESGO GENERACION S.L.
16
plants within 100 km

Technical Details

Fuel Type
Hydroelectric
Capacity
361 MW
Commissioned
1983
Status
Operational
Owner
VIESGO GENERACION S.L.
Country
Spain
Coordinates
43.095, -4.000

Carbon Footprint

Annual CO₂
30,325 t

tonnes / year

Lifetime CO₂
2,426,001 t

over ~80 yrs

Intensity
24 g

Est. gCO2/kWh

Annual emissions equivalent to

6,592
cars per year
4,043
homes per year
1,378,410
trees to offset

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

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About this plant

AGUAYO 3 is a prominent hydroelectric power generation facility located in Spain, with a capacity of approximately 360.6 MW. Commissioned in 1983, this power plant harnesses the power of water through a dam system, positioning it as a critical contributor to the region’s renewable energy goals. Situated at coordinates 43.0952, -4.0004, AGUAYO 3 plays a significant role in Spain’s energy mix, which increasingly prioritizes sustainability and reduced carbon emissions. Operated by VIESGO GENERACION S.L., the plant capitalizes on the abundant water resources of the area, ensuring a consistent and reliable supply of electricity. The operational context of AGUAYO 3 is framed by Spain’s commitment to transitioning towards greener energy sources, in alignment with European Union directives aimed at reducing dependency on fossil fuels. As a hydroelectric facility, AGUAYO 3 not only contributes to energy generation but also supports ecological balance and water management initiatives in the region, exemplifying the dual benefits of renewable energy production.

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