Mexico

Presa La Angostura — 900 MW Hidrelétrica

Hidrelétrica Renovável Verificado

Presa La Angostura é uma usina de 900 MW de hidroelétrica localizada em México. Veja localização, capacidade e detalhes técnicos.

Capacidade
900 MW

Installed

Comissionada
2010

Year online

Proprietário
Comisión Federal de Electricidad

Operator

Localização
16.40, -92.78

Coordenadas

Insights

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

Localização

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Detalhes Técnicos

Tipo de Combustível
Hidrelétrica
Capacidade
900 MW
Comissionada
2010
Status
Operational
Proprietário
Comisión Federal de Electricidad
País
Mexico
Coordenadas
16.402, -92.779
Wikipedia
Link

Pegada de carbono

CO₂ anual
75,686 t

tonnes / year

CO₂ de Vida Útil
6,054,912 t

over ~80 yrs

Intensity
24 g

Est. gCO2/kWh

Emissões anuais equivalentes a

16,454
carros por ano
10,092
residências por ano
3,440,291
árvores para compensar

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

Usinas Próximas

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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