Overview
San Jose is a 139 MW coal power plant located in Guatemala. It is an operational facility contributing to the country's power generation mix.
San Jose is a coal-fired power plant with a capacity of 139 megawatts, located in Guatemala. The facility is operational and plays a role in the country's energy supply, which includes a mix of hydroelectric, biomass, and fossil fuel sources. Coal power plants in Guatemala operate under national environmental regulations, including emission standards for particulate matter, sulfur dioxide, and nitrogen oxides. Typical coal plants in the region use subcritical or supercritical steam cycles. The capacity of 139 MW places it in the medium-scale range for coal power generation. The plant's location near populated areas and its fuel type contribute to its environmental footprint. Coal combustion releases CO2, SOx, and NOx, which can impact local air quality and contribute to greenhouse gas emissions. The facility's operational status indicates ongoing electricity generation for the grid, supporting industrial and residential demand in the region.
Environmental context
The San Jose coal plant's emissions of CO2, SOx, and NOx are typical for coal-fired generation. Proximity to populated areas may raise air quality concerns. The plant's capacity of 139 MW suggests moderate fuel consumption and emissions. Guatemala's regulatory framework for power plants includes emission limits, though enforcement and monitoring vary.
Frequently asked questions
The San Jose coal power plant is located in Guatemala, with coordinates approximately 14.16° N, -90.787° W.
The San Jose power plant has a capacity of 139 megawatts (MW), making it a medium-scale coal-fired facility.
The San Jose plant uses coal as its primary fuel for electricity generation.
Coal power plants in Guatemala must comply with national emission standards for pollutants such as particulate matter, sulfur dioxide, and nitrogen oxides, as well as environmental impact assessment requirements.
The San Jose plant adds coal-fired capacity to Guatemala's energy mix, which also includes hydroelectric, biomass, and other sources, helping to meet industrial and residential electricity demand.