Mexico

San Lorenzo Potencia — 382 MW Natural Gas

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San Lorenzo Potencia is a 382 MW gas power plant located in Mexico. View location, capacity, and technical details.

Capacity
382 MW

Installed

Commissioned
2010

Year online

Owner
CFE

Operator

Location
19.12, -98.24

Coordinates

Insights

#122
largest in Mexico
#2,005
largest Natural Gas worldwide
#5,426
largest worldwide
2010
11 yrs newer than avg
104
operated by CFE
14
plants within 100 km

Technical Details

Fuel Type
Natural Gas
Capacity
382 MW
Commissioned
2010
Status
Operational
Owner
CFE
Country
Mexico
Coordinates
19.119, -98.241

Carbon Footprint

Annual CO₂
738,057 t

tonnes / year

Lifetime CO₂
22,141,702 t

over ~30 yrs

Intensity
490 g

Est. gCO2/kWh

Annual emissions equivalent to

160,447
cars per year
98,408
homes per year
33,548,033
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

San Lorenzo Potencia is an essential natural gas-fired power generation facility located in Mexico, at coordinates 19.1194° N and 98.2412° W. With a capacity of 382.1 MW, this power plant is operated by the Comisión Federal de Electricidad (CFE), the state-owned utility in Mexico. As a modern gas power plant, San Lorenzo Potencia plays a critical role in the national energy mix by providing reliable energy generation to meet the country’s increasing demand for electricity. The use of natural gas as a fuel type is particularly significant in Mexico, where it has become the primary source of electricity generation, given its advantages in terms of lower emissions and operational flexibility. The facility is designed to respond quickly to fluctuations in demand, making it an ideal choice for peak load management. Furthermore, the strategic location of San Lorenzo Potencia enhances its contribution to the local grid, ensuring that nearby regions have access to stable and efficient electricity. The operational context of this power plant also aligns with Mexico’s broader energy policies, which emphasize the importance of transitioning towards cleaner energy sources while maintaining energy security. With the ongoing reforms in the energy sector, San Lorenzo Potencia is well-positioned to support the country’s efforts to diversify its energy portfolio and reduce dependency on fossil fuels. Overall, this power generation facility is a crucial asset in Mexico’s journey towards a sustainable energy future.

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