Overview
Atlatec Planta El Ahogado is a 2.9 MW biomass power plant located in Mexico. It operates using biomass fuel and is currently operational.
Atlatec Planta El Ahogado is a biomass power plant located in Mexico, with coordinates 20.5055, -103.2596. The facility has a capacity of 2.9 MW, placing it in the small-scale category for power generation. It is currently operational and utilizes biomass as its primary fuel source. In Mexico, biomass power plants are subject to national environmental regulations, including the General Law of Ecological Equilibrium and Environmental Protection (LGEEPA) and standards from the Ministry of Environment and Natural Resources (SEMARNAT). These regulations govern emissions, waste management, and environmental impact assessments for power generation facilities. The plant contributes to Mexico's renewable energy portfolio, supporting the country's goals for clean energy generation. Its relatively small capacity suggests it may serve local or industrial energy needs, reducing reliance on fossil fuels in the region.
Environmental context
Biomass power generation involves combustion of organic materials, which releases CO2, but is considered carbon-neutral if sourced sustainably. The plant's location near populated areas may require adherence to air quality standards. Its small capacity minimizes local environmental footprint compared to larger fossil fuel plants.
Frequently asked questions
Atlatec Planta El Ahogado is located in Mexico at coordinates 20.5055, -103.2596.
It is a biomass power plant that uses organic materials as fuel to generate electricity.
The plant has a capacity of 2.9 megawatts (MW), which is considered small-scale for power generation.
Biomass power plants in Mexico must comply with the General Law of Ecological Equilibrium and Environmental Protection (LGEEPA) and SEMARNAT standards for emissions and waste management.
Biomass combustion releases CO2, but if the fuel is sourced sustainably, it can be carbon-neutral. Local air quality and fuel sourcing practices are key environmental considerations.