Argentina

CENTRAL TERMICA GÜEMES SA — 361 MW Coal

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CENTRAL TERMICA GÜEMES SA is a 361 MW coal power plant located in Argentina. View location, capacity, and technical details.

Capacity
361 MW

Installed

Commissioned
1993

Year online

Owner
PAMPA ENERGIA

Operator

Location
-24.69, -65.04

Coordinates

Insights

#60
largest in %s
#1,765
largest %s worldwide
#5,543
largest worldwide
1993
%d yrs older than avg
11
operated by %s
12
plants within 100 km

Technical Details

Fuel Type
Coal
Capacity
361 MW
Commissioned
1993
Status
Operational
Owner
PAMPA ENERGIA
Country
Argentina
Coordinates
-24.689, -65.043

Estimated Carbon Footprint

Annual CO₂
1.4M t

tonnes / year

Lifetime CO₂
57M t

over ~%d yrs

Intensity
820 g

gCO₂ per kWh

Annual emissions equal to

310,049
cars / year
190,163
homes / year
64.8M
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

Located in Argentina, CENTRAL TERMICA GÜEMES SA is a vital coal-fired power generation facility with a capacity of 361 MW. Commissioned in 1993, this power plant is situated at coordinates -24.6894, -65.0425, contributing significantly to the energy landscape of the region. The facility primarily utilizes coal as its fuel source, with natural gas serving as a secondary option, allowing for operational flexibility in response to varying energy demands. Operated by PAMPA ENERGIA, CENTRAL TERMICA GÜEMES plays an essential role in supplying electricity to the local grid, which is crucial for both residential and industrial consumers. The plant’s operation is particularly relevant in the context of Argentina’s energy policies, which are increasingly focused on ensuring energy security while transitioning towards more sustainable practices. As the country continues to navigate its energy future, this coal-fired power generation facility exemplifies the challenges and opportunities present in maintaining a reliable energy supply while addressing environmental concerns.

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