Spain

CTCC SABON GRUPO 3 — 391 MW Natural Gas

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CTCC SABON GRUPO 3 is a 391 MW gas power plant located in Spain. View location, capacity, and technical details.

Capacity
391 MW

Installed

Commissioned
2008

Year online

Owner
GAS NATURAL FENOSA GENERACION S.L.U.

Operator

Location
43.33, -8.50

Coordinates

Insights

#96
largest in %s
#1,967
largest %s worldwide
#5,367
largest worldwide
2008
%d yrs newer than avg
25
operated by %s
51
plants within 100 km

Technical Details

Fuel Type
Natural Gas
Capacity
391 MW
Commissioned
2008
Status
Operational
Owner
GAS NATURAL FENOSA GENERACION S.L.U.
Country
Spain
Coordinates
43.329, -8.503

Estimated Carbon Footprint

Annual CO₂
755,847 t

tonnes / year

Lifetime CO₂
22.7M t

over ~%d yrs

Intensity
490 g

gCO₂ per kWh

Annual emissions equal to

164,314
cars / year
100,780
homes / year
34.4M
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

CTCC SABON GRUPO 3 is a modern gas-fired power plant situated in Spain, contributing significantly to the country’s energy generation capabilities. With a capacity of 391.31 MW, this facility, commissioned in 2008, plays a crucial role in supporting the Spanish energy grid, particularly as the country integrates more renewable energy sources. Located at coordinates 43.3290, -8.5030, CTCC SABON GRUPO 3 employs advanced combined cycle gas turbine technology, which enhances efficiency and minimizes emissions compared to traditional fossil fuel plants. Operated by GAS NATURAL FENOSA GENERACION S.L.U., this facility is a vital component of Spain’s energy strategy, which aims to balance the increasing share of renewables with stable and reliable electricity supply. The operational context of CTCC SABON GRUPO 3 reflects Spain’s commitment to achieving its climate targets while ensuring energy security. As the country continues to invest in renewable energy infrastructure, gas power plants like CTCC SABON GRUPO 3 are essential for providing backup generation during periods of low renewable output. This facility’s capacity and technological advancements make it a key player in maintaining grid stability and supporting the transition to a more sustainable energy future.

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