Mexico

Energia de BC — 337 MW Natural Gas

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Energia de BC is a 337 MW gas power plant located in Mexico. View location, capacity, and technical details.

Capacity
337 MW

Installed

Commissioned
2010

Year online

Owner
Energia De Bc S. De R.l. De C. V.

Operator

Location
32.60, -115.63

Coordinates

Insights

#130
largest in %s
#2,147
largest %s worldwide
#5,751
largest worldwide
2010
%d yrs newer than avg
1
operated by %s
77
plants within 100 km

Technical Details

Fuel Type
Natural Gas
Capacity
337 MW
Commissioned
2010
Status
Operational
Owner
Energia De Bc S. De R.l. De C. V.
Country
Mexico
Coordinates
32.601, -115.628

Estimated Carbon Footprint

Annual CO₂
651,136 t

tonnes / year

Lifetime CO₂
19.5M t

over ~%d yrs

Intensity
490 g

gCO₂ per kWh

Annual emissions equal to

141,551
cars / year
86,818
homes / year
29.6M
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

Energia de BC is a gas-fired power generation facility situated in Mexico, with a capacity of 337.1 MW. Owned and operated by Energia De Bc S. De R.l. De C. V., this power plant plays a significant role in the country’s energy landscape. Located at coordinates 32.6009, -115.6275, Energia de BC contributes to the stability and reliability of the Mexican electrical grid, which is essential for supporting both residential and industrial energy needs. The plant utilizes modern gas turbine technology, known for its efficiency, lower emissions, and ability to provide flexible power generation. As Mexico continues to diversify its energy portfolio, the importance of gas as a transitional fuel becomes evident, and Energia de BC is well-positioned to enhance the country’s energy security. The operational context of the plant reflects Mexico’s ongoing efforts to increase the share of cleaner energy sources in its generation mix while ensuring that the grid remains stable during peak demand periods. The strategic significance of Energia de BC cannot be overstated, as it aids in balancing the variability of renewable energy sources, thereby supporting the national aim of achieving a more sustainable and resilient energy future.

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