Mexico

Baja California III combined cycle power station — 300 MW Natural Gas

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Baja California III combined cycle power station is a 300 MW gas power plant located in Mexico. View location, capacity, and technical details.

Capacity
300 MW

Installed

Commissioned
2010

Year online

Owner
Iberdrola

Operator

Location
31.99, -116.85

Coordinates

Insights

#141
largest in %s
#2,258
largest %s worldwide
#6,026
largest worldwide
2010
%d yrs newer than avg
66
operated by %s
47
plants within 100 km

Technical Details

Fuel Type
Natural Gas
Capacity
300 MW
Commissioned
2010
Status
Operational
Owner
Iberdrola
Country
Mexico
Coordinates
31.992, -116.852

Estimated Carbon Footprint

Annual CO₂
579,474 t

tonnes / year

Lifetime CO₂
17.4M t

over ~%d yrs

Intensity
490 g

gCO₂ per kWh

Annual emissions equal to

125,973
cars / year
77,263
homes / year
26.3M
trees to offset

Indicative estimate from standard life-cycle emission and capacity factors — not a measured figure. Open calculator

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About this plant

The Baja California III combined cycle power station, located in Mexico, is a state-of-the-art gas-fired power generation facility with a capacity of 300 MW. This power plant employs a combined cycle technology, which enhances efficiency by utilizing both gas and steam turbines to generate electricity. The innovative design allows for the recovery of waste heat from the gas turbines, significantly improving overall energy efficiency compared to conventional power plants. Situated at coordinates 31.9919, -116.8523, the Baja California III power station plays a vital role in the local and regional energy grid, providing reliable electricity to support the growing demands of the area. Operated by Iberdrola, this facility is integral to Mexico’s energy strategy, which seeks to diversify its energy sources and increase the share of cleaner technologies in the national grid. As the country aims to transition towards more sustainable energy generation, the Baja California III combined cycle power station stands out as a model of modern efficiency and environmental responsibility. By leveraging advanced gas technology, this power plant not only contributes to the stability of the energy supply but also aligns with Mexico’s commitment to reducing carbon emissions and enhancing energy security.

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