Overview
Industria Textiles Del Lago is a 70 MW diesel power plant in Guatemala. It operates on oil and is located near the city of Amatitlán, contributing to the country's power generation capacity.
Industria Textiles Del Lago is a diesel power plant located in Guatemala, with a capacity of 70 MW. The plant is operational and uses oil as its primary fuel, positioning it within the medium-scale power generation segment for the country. Its location near the southern shore of Lake Amatitlán places it in a region with significant industrial activity. As a diesel-fired facility, the plant operates using internal combustion engines, a common technology for peaking power and backup generation in Guatemala. The country's power sector is regulated by the Ministry of Energy and Mines and the National Electric Energy Commission, with environmental oversight from the Ministry of Environment and Natural Resources. Emissions from diesel plants are subject to national air quality standards, though specific permit details for this facility are not publicly available. The plant plays a role in supporting Guatemala's grid stability, particularly during peak demand periods. Its proximity to populated areas and the lake raises considerations for local air quality and water resource management. The facility contributes to the diversification of Guatemala's energy mix, which includes hydropower, biomass, and fossil fuels.
Environmental context
The plant's use of diesel fuel results in emissions of CO2, SOx, NOx, and particulate matter, which can affect local air quality. Its location near Lake Amatitlán, a water body with ecological significance, necessitates careful management of runoff and cooling water discharges. Older diesel plants may have higher emission intensities compared to modern combined-cycle gas turbines.
Frequently asked questions
Industria Textiles Del Lago is located in Guatemala, near the southern shore of Lake Amatitlán, approximately 25 km south of Guatemala City.
The plant has a capacity of 70 megawatts (MW), making it a medium-scale power generation facility in Guatemala.
The plant uses oil (diesel) as its primary fuel, which is typical for peaking power plants in the region.
Diesel power plants in Guatemala must comply with national air quality standards set by the Ministry of Environment and Natural Resources, including limits on SOx, NOx, and particulate matter emissions.
The plant provides peaking power and backup generation, helping to stabilize the grid during periods of high demand or when renewable sources like hydropower are less available.