Mexico

Francisco Villa — 300 MW Oil

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Francisco Villa is a 300 MW oil power plant located in Mexico. View location, capacity, and technical details.

Capacity
300 MW

Installed

Commissioned
1995

Year online

Owner
CFE

Operator

Location
28.17, -105.44

Coordinates

Insights

#141
largest in Mexico
#231
largest Oil worldwide
#6,026
largest worldwide
1995
2 yrs older than avg
104
operated by CFE
9
plants within 100 km

Technical Details

Fuel Type
Oil
Capacity
300 MW
Commissioned
1995
Status
Operational
Owner
CFE
Country
Mexico
Coordinates
28.166, -105.444

Carbon Footprint

Annual CO₂
683,280 t

tonnes / year

Lifetime CO₂
20,498,400 t

over ~30 yrs

Intensity
650 g

Est. gCO2/kWh

Annual emissions equivalent to

148,539
cars per year
91,104
homes per year
31,058,182
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 Francisco Villa power plant, located in Mexico at coordinates 28.1662, -105.4435, serves as a significant contributor to the national energy generation framework. With a capacity of 300 MW, this oil-fired power generation facility has been operational under the management of CFE since its inception. As one of the key players in Mexico’s electricity supply, Francisco Villa is vital for ensuring that the local grid remains stable and capable of meeting the energy demands of both residential and industrial consumers. The plant’s oil technology allows for efficient energy generation that can adapt to varying demand levels. This is especially important in a country where energy consumption is steadily rising due to economic growth and urbanization. The strategic location of the Francisco Villa power plant facilitates its integration into the larger national grid, thus supporting the energy infrastructure of the region. In light of Mexico’s energy policies, which aim to diversify the energy mix and reduce reliance on fossil fuels, the role of oil-based facilities like Francisco Villa is under scrutiny. However, these plants still play an essential part in maintaining grid stability while the country advances towards a more sustainable energy future. As energy policies evolve, the Francisco Villa power plant remains a crucial asset in Mexico’s energy landscape, balancing the immediate energy needs with the long-term goals of sustainability.

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