Overview
CT La Rioja Delivery is a 19.2 MW diesel power plant in La Rioja, Argentina, operated by Industrias Juan F. Secco. It provides electricity to the local grid using oil as primary fuel.
CT La Rioja Delivery is a diesel power plant located in La Rioja, Argentina, with an installed capacity of 19.2 megawatts. The facility is owned and operated by Industrias Juan F. Secco and is currently operational. As a diesel-fired plant, it serves as a medium-scale power generation asset within the Argentine energy mix, which relies on a combination of thermal, hydroelectric, and renewable sources. The plant operates using oil as its primary fuel, a common choice for diesel power plants in regions where natural gas infrastructure is limited. In Argentina, thermal power plants like CT La Rioja Delivery are subject to national environmental regulations, including emission limits for sulfur dioxide (SO2), nitrogen oxides (NOx), and particulate matter. The facility's technology is typical for diesel plants of this size, often employing reciprocating engines or simple-cycle turbines. CT La Rioja Delivery plays a role in supplying electricity to the La Rioja province, contributing to grid stability and meeting local demand. Its operation supports the regional economy by providing reliable power for residential, commercial, and industrial users. The plant's environmental footprint is influenced by its fuel type and efficiency, with diesel combustion producing higher CO2 emissions per megawatt-hour compared to natural gas.
Environmental context
The plant's use of oil as fuel results in higher emissions of CO2, SO2, and NOx compared to natural gas-fired plants. Its location in La Rioja, a semi-arid region, means that air quality and water usage are key environmental considerations. The facility's capacity of 19.2 MW places it in the small-to-medium scale, which may limit its overall environmental impact but still requires adherence to Argentine emission standards.
Frequently asked questions
CT La Rioja Delivery is located in La Rioja, Argentina, at coordinates -29.3811, -66.8325.
CT La Rioja Delivery is a diesel power plant that uses oil as its primary fuel to generate electricity.
The plant has an installed capacity of 19.2 megawatts (MW).
The plant is owned and operated by Industrias Juan F. Secco.
Diesel power plants in Argentina must comply with national emission standards for air pollutants, including SO2, NOx, and particulate matter, as well as general environmental protection laws.