Overview
José Aceves Pozos (Mazatlán II) is a 616 MW oil-fired power plant in Mazatlán, Sinaloa, Mexico. Operated by CFE, it is a key diesel power generation facility in the region.
José Aceves Pozos (Mazatlán II) is an operational oil-fired power plant located in Mazatlán, Sinaloa, Mexico. With a capacity of 616 MW, it is a significant facility in the country's power generation sector, contributing to the grid's stability and meeting regional electricity demand. The plant is owned and operated by the Comisión Federal de Electricidad (CFE), Mexico's state-owned electric utility. The plant operates on oil as its primary fuel, a common choice for thermal power plants in Mexico. Oil-fired plants of this scale typically use steam turbines or internal combustion engines. The facility's capacity places it in the medium-to-large range for diesel power plants, supporting base-load or peaking power needs depending on grid requirements. Environmental considerations for oil-fired power generation include CO2 emissions and local air pollutants such as SOx and NOx. The plant's location near the coastal city of Mazatlán may influence its operational practices to comply with Mexican environmental regulations, including the General Law of Ecological Balance and Environmental Protection. As part of CFE's portfolio, the plant plays a role in ensuring energy security for the region.
Environmental context
The plant's oil-fired operation results in significant CO2 emissions per MWh compared to natural gas or renewables. Proximity to Mazatlán, a populated coastal city, raises considerations for local air quality impacts from SOx and NOx emissions. The facility's age and technology (likely subcritical) may affect its efficiency and emission profile. Mexican regulations, including the General Law of Ecological Balance and Environmental Protection, set emission limits for such plants.
Frequently asked questions
José Aceves Pozos (Mazatlán II) is located in Mazatlán, Sinaloa, Mexico, near the Pacific coast.
The plant has a capacity of 616 MW, making it a medium-to-large oil-fired power plant.
The plant is owned and operated by CFE (Comisión Federal de Electricidad), Mexico's state-owned electric utility.
Oil-fired power plants in Mexico must comply with the General Law of Ecological Balance and Environmental Protection, which sets emission limits for SOx, NOx, and particulate matter.
The plant uses oil as its primary fuel, a common choice for thermal power generation in Mexico.