Overview
CAPITAL CATAMARCA - PREDIO EX CARCEL is a 7 MW diesel power plant in Catamarca, Argentina, operated by ENDESA COSTANERA. It provides local grid support.
CAPITAL CATAMARCA - PREDIO EX CARCEL is a diesel power plant located in Catamarca, Argentina, with a capacity of 7.075 MW. The facility is owned and operated by ENDESA COSTANERA and is currently operational. As a small-scale diesel plant, it serves as a local power source for the region. The plant uses oil as its primary fuel, typical for diesel generation. In Argentina, power plants are regulated under national environmental laws and the Secretariat of Energy. Diesel plants are often used for peaking or backup power due to their flexibility, though they have higher emissions per MWh compared to natural gas or renewables. This facility plays a role in meeting local electricity demand in Catamarca. Its relatively small capacity suggests it may serve as a distributed generation asset or emergency backup. The plant's operation contributes to grid stability in the area, particularly during peak demand or when larger plants are offline.
Environmental context
The plant's diesel fuel type results in higher CO2, SOx, and NOx emissions per MWh compared to natural gas or renewable sources. Its location in Catamarca, a province with low population density, may reduce direct exposure to populated areas. However, local air quality regulations under Argentine law apply. The small capacity limits overall environmental impact but still contributes to regional emissions.
Frequently asked questions
The plant is located in Catamarca, Argentina, at coordinates -28.4773, -65.7872.
It is a diesel power plant with a capacity of 7.075 MW, using oil as its primary fuel.
The plant is owned and operated by ENDESA COSTANERA.
Diesel power plants in Argentina are subject to national environmental laws and regulations from the Secretariat of Energy, including emission standards and operational permits.
Small diesel plants like this one produce higher CO2, SOx, and NOx emissions per MWh compared to cleaner sources, but their small capacity limits overall impact. They are often used for peaking or backup power.