TTO

Port of Spain — 260 MW Oil

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Port of Spain is a 260 MW oil power plant located in Trinidad and Tobago. View location, capacity, and technical details.

Capacity
260 MW

Installed

Commissioned
2005

Year online

Owner
Power Generation Company of Trinidad and Tobago

Operator

Location
10.66, -61.52

Coordinates

Insights

#3
largest in Trinidad and Tobago
#259
largest Oil worldwide
#6,549
largest worldwide
2005
8 yrs newer than avg
4
operated by Power Generation Company…
5
plants within 100 km

Technical Details

Fuel Type
Oil
Capacity
260 MW
Commissioned
2005
Status
Operational
Owner
Power Generation Company of Trinidad and Tobago
Country
TTO
Coordinates
10.657, -61.518

Estimated Carbon Footprint

Annual CO₂
592,176 t

tonnes / year

Lifetime CO₂
17,765,280 t

over ~30 yrs

Intensity
650 g

gCO₂ per kWh

Annual emissions equal to

128,734
cars / year
78,957
homes / year
26,917,091
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

Port of Spain is a vital power generation facility located in Trinidad and Tobago, with geographic coordinates of 10.6565 latitude and -61.5182 longitude. This power plant is primarily fueled by oil, with a secondary fuel source of gas, and has a capacity of 260 MW. Operated by the Power Generation Company of Trinidad and Tobago, Port of Spain plays an essential role in the energy landscape of the country, ensuring a consistent supply of electricity for both residential and industrial consumers. The facility reflects the energy policy context of Trinidad and Tobago, where oil and gas remain dominant in the energy mix. While the country has made strides towards diversifying its energy sources, the Port of Spain power plant continues to be a cornerstone of the national grid, particularly in meeting peak demand periods. Its operational capacity is crucial for maintaining energy reliability in the region, especially as the country navigates the challenges of energy transition and sustainability. The dual-fuel capability of the plant allows for flexibility in operation, enhancing the resilience of the energy supply in Trinidad and Tobago.

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