Overview
Carlos Rodríguez Rivero (Guaymas II) is a 484 MW oil-fired diesel power plant in Sonora, Mexico, operated by CFE. It plays a key role in regional electricity supply.
Carlos Rodríguez Rivero (Guaymas II) is an operational oil-fired diesel power plant located near Guaymas, Sonora, Mexico. With a capacity of 484 MW, it is a medium-to-large facility within Mexico's power generation fleet. The plant is owned and operated by the state-owned Comisión Federal de Electricidad (CFE), which dominates the country's electricity sector. The plant uses oil as its primary fuel, a common choice for diesel power plants in Mexico. While specific technology details are not disclosed, diesel plants typically operate with internal combustion engines or gas turbines. Mexico's power sector is regulated by the Energy Regulatory Commission (CRE) and the Ministry of Energy (SENER), with environmental oversight from the Federal Attorney for Environmental Protection (PROFEPA). Emissions from oil-fired plants are subject to national standards under the General Law of Ecological Balance and Environmental Protection (LGEEPA). As part of CFE's generation portfolio, Carlos Rodríguez Rivero (Guaymas II) contributes to grid stability and meets peak demand in the northwestern region. Its coastal location near Guaymas supports industrial and urban electricity needs. The plant's operation aligns with Mexico's energy transition goals, though oil-fired generation carries higher carbon intensity compared to natural gas or renewables.
Environmental context
The plant's oil-fired operation results in significant CO2, SOx, and NOx emissions, contributing to local air quality concerns. Its proximity to the Gulf of California and populated areas near Guaymas necessitates compliance with Mexican emission standards. The facility's age and technology level influence its environmental footprint, with older diesel plants typically having lower efficiency and higher emissions per MWh.
Frequently asked questions
Carlos Rodríguez Rivero (Guaymas II) is located near Guaymas, Sonora, Mexico, at coordinates 27.9370 N, -110.8628 W.
It is an oil-fired diesel power plant with a capacity of 484 MW, owned and operated by CFE.
The plant is operated by Comisión Federal de Electricidad (CFE), Mexico's state-owned electric utility.
Oil-fired power plants in Mexico must comply with the General Law of Ecological Balance and Environmental Protection (LGEEPA) and emission standards set by PROFEPA. These include limits on SOx, NOx, and particulate matter.
The plant provides 484 MW of capacity to the northwestern region of Mexico, supporting grid stability and meeting peak demand for industrial and residential consumers.