Overview
CT GUARDO 2 is a 485.85 MW coal power plant in Spain, operated by Iberdrola Generacion S.A. It is an operational facility contributing to the country's power generation mix.
CT GUARDO 2 is a coal-fired power plant located in Spain, with an installed capacity of 485.85 MW. The facility is owned and operated by Iberdrola Generacion S.A., a major energy company in the region. As a coal power plant, it plays a role in Spain's electricity grid, though the country has been transitioning towards renewable energy sources. The plant operates under the regulatory framework of the European Union, including the Industrial Emissions Directive (2010/75/EU) and Best Available Techniques (BAT) conclusions for large combustion plants. These regulations set emission limits for pollutants such as SOx, NOx, and particulate matter, requiring compliance through modern abatement technologies. The capacity of 485.85 MW places it in the medium-to-large scale for coal plants in Europe. Environmental considerations for coal power generation include CO2 emissions and local air quality impacts. The plant's location in Spain, a country with growing renewable energy capacity, means it operates within a shifting energy landscape. Its operational status indicates ongoing contribution to grid stability, though the broader trend in the region is towards decarbonization and increased use of natural gas and renewables.
Environmental context
Coal power generation like CT GUARDO 2 involves significant CO2 emissions and air pollutants such as sulfur dioxide and nitrogen oxides. The plant's location in Spain, a country with diverse geography and climate, may affect local air quality depending on prevailing winds and proximity to populated areas. Compliance with EU emission standards requires the use of flue gas desulfurization and selective catalytic reduction technologies to mitigate environmental impact.
Frequently asked questions
CT GUARDO 2 is located in Spain, with coordinates 42.8261° N, -4.8463° E.
CT GUARDO 2 has a capacity of 485.85 MW, making it a medium-to-large coal power plant.
CT GUARDO 2 is operated by Iberdrola Generacion S.A., a major Spanish energy company.
Coal power plants in Spain must comply with the EU Industrial Emissions Directive (2010/75/EU) and Best Available Techniques (BAT) for large combustion plants, which set limits on SOx, NOx, and particulate emissions.
As a coal plant, CT GUARDO 2 emits CO2 and air pollutants. It must use abatement technologies to meet EU standards, but its operation contributes to Spain's carbon footprint.