Central Termoelectrica Francisco Villa is a 300 MW oil power plant located in Mexico. View location, capacity, and technical details.
Installed
Year online
Operator
Coordinates
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Location
Technical Details
- Fuel Type
- Oil
- Capacity
- 300 MW
- Commissioned
- 2000
- Status
- Operational
- Owner
- CFE
- Country
- Mexico
- Coordinates
- 28.166, -105.443
Carbon Footprint
tonnes / year
over ~30 yrs
Est. gCO2/kWh
Annual emissions equivalent to
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About this plant
The Central Termoeléctrica Francisco Villa, located in Mexico, is an essential player in the country’s energy generation scheme. This oil-fired power plant has a capacity of 300 MW and is operated by Comisión Federal de Electricidad (CFE), the state-owned utility that serves as the backbone of Mexico’s electricity sector. The plant is situated at coordinates 28.1665, -105.4429, strategically positioned to contribute to the energy needs of the surrounding region. Utilizing advanced oil technology, the Central Termoeléctrica Francisco Villa is designed to provide reliable power generation while adhering to regulatory standards. The significance of this facility extends beyond just its capacity; it plays a critical role in the local grid, ensuring that energy supply meets the demand in a region where energy consumption is growing. As part of Mexico’s energy policy, which aims to enhance energy security and promote economic development, the plant represents the ongoing reliance on oil as a key fuel source, even as the country explores pathways towards diversifying its energy mix. The operational competency of CFE ensures that the Central Termoeléctrica Francisco Villa continues to function as a dependable source of energy generation, contributing to the overall stability and sustainability of Mexico’s energy landscape.
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