Spain

TAJO DE LA ENCANTADA 1 — 377 MW Hydroelectric

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TAJO DE LA ENCANTADA 1 is a 377 MW hydro power plant located in Spain. View location, capacity, and technical details.

Capacity
377 MW

Installed

Commissioned
1977

Year online

Owner
ENDESA GENERACION S.A.

Operator

Location
36.91, -4.76

Coordinates

Insights

#102
largest in Spain
#932
largest Hydroelectric worldwide
#5,469
largest worldwide
1977
7 yrs older than avg
57
operated by ENDESA GENERACION S.A.
69
plants within 100 km

Technical Details

Fuel Type
Hydroelectric
Capacity
377 MW
Commissioned
1977
Status
Operational
Owner
ENDESA GENERACION S.A.
Country
Spain
Coordinates
36.908, -4.763

Estimated Carbon Footprint

Annual CO₂
31,694 t

tonnes / year

Lifetime CO₂
2,535,528 t

over ~80 yrs

Intensity
24 g

gCO₂ per kWh

Annual emissions equal to

6,890
cars / year
4,226
homes / year
1,440,641
trees to offset

Renewable source — life-cycle emissions only (materials/construction), no direct combustion. Open calculator

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About this plant

The TAJO DE LA ENCANTADA 1 power plant, situated in Spain, represents a significant asset in the country’s hydroelectric energy generation landscape. With a capacity of 376.88 MW, this facility has been operational since its commissioning in 1977 and is managed by ENDESA GENERACION S.A. The hydroelectric plant harnesses the kinetic energy of flowing water, converting it into electrical energy through a dam system that regulates water flow and maximizes energy production. Located at coordinates 36.9083° N latitude and 4.7631° W longitude, the plant is strategically positioned to utilize the river’s natural flow, thereby contributing to the regional grid. Spain has made substantial investments in renewable energy initiatives, with hydroelectric power being a cornerstone of the country’s energy mix, promoting sustainability and reducing reliance on fossil fuels. The TAJO DE LA ENCANTADA 1 power plant not only provides clean energy but also supports local economies through job creation and infrastructural development. Its operation is integral to achieving Spain’s ambitious energy transition goals, which aim to increase the share of renewables in the national energy portfolio and reduce greenhouse gas emissions.

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