Mexico

Presa La Angostura — 900 MW Hidroeléctrica

Hidroeléctrica Renovable Verificado

Presa La Angostura es una planta de energía 900 MW Hidroeléctrica ubicada en México. Ver ubicación, capacidad y detalles técnicos.

Capacidad
900 MW

Installed

Comisionado
2010

Year online

Propietario
Comisión Federal de Electricidad

Operator

Ubicación
16.40, -92.78

Coordenadas

Insights

#45
largest in México
#425
largest Hidroeléctrica worldwide
#2,688
largest worldwide
2010
26 yrs newer than avg
86
operated by Comisión Federal de…
12
plants within 100 km

Detalles Técnicos

Tipo de Combustible
Hidroeléctrica
Capacidad
900 MW
Comisionado
2010
Status
Operational
Propietario
Comisión Federal de Electricidad
País
Mexico
Coordenadas
16.402, -92.779
Wikipedia
Link

Huella de Carbono

CO₂ Anual
75,686 t

tonnes / year

CO₂ de por vida
6,054,912 t

over ~80 yrs

Intensity
24 g

Est. gCO2/kWh

Emisiones anuales equivalentes a

16,454
automóviles al año
10,092
hogares al año
3,440,291
árboles para compensar

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

Plantas Cercanas

About this plant

Presa La Angostura is a vital hydroelectric power generation facility located in Mexico at coordinates 16.4021° N latitude and 92.7792° W longitude. With a significant capacity of 900 MW, this hydro plant plays an essential role in the country’s energy mix, contributing to Mexico’s efforts to enhance renewable energy sources. Operated by Comisión Federal de Electricidad, Presa La Angostura harnesses the power of water flow to generate electricity, utilizing a dam-based hydroelectric technology that is both efficient and sustainable. As Mexico seeks to diversify its energy portfolio and reduce its reliance on fossil fuels, hydroelectric power facilities like Presa La Angostura are crucial for balancing the energy grid and providing a steady supply of electricity. The strategic location of this power plant allows it to serve not only local communities but also contribute to the broader energy needs of the region. In alignment with national energy policies that emphasize sustainable development, Presa La Angostura exemplifies the potential of hydroelectric generation to provide clean energy solutions while supporting economic growth and energy security in Mexico.

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