Barranco de Tirajana 7 Vapor 3 (CC1) - Diesel Power Plant in Spain (646 MW)

BARRANCO DE TIRAJANA 7 VAPOR 3 (CC1) is a diesel power plant located in Barranco de Tirajana, Spain. With a capacity of 646.26 MW, it is a large-scale facility within the Spanish power generation sector. The plant is owned and operated by UNION ELECTRICA DE CANARIAS GENERACION S.A.U., a key player in the Canary Islands' energy market. The plant operates on oil as its primary fuel, which is typical for many facilities in island regions where fuel diversity is limited. The plant's capacity places it among the larger units in the Canary Islands, contributing significantly to the local grid stability. Environmental considerations for this facility include its fuel type, which results in higher CO2 and SOx emissions compared to natural gas. The plant's location in the Canary Islands, a region with sensitive ecosystems, underscores the importance of emission controls. The facility operates under Spanish and EU regulations, including the Industrial Emissions Directive, which mandates best available techniques for emission reduction.

The plant's use of oil as fuel results in higher emissions of CO2, SOx, and NOx compared to natural gas or renewable sources. Located in the Canary Islands, the facility operates in a region with significant ecological value, including marine and terrestrial habitats. Proximity to populated areas may raise local air quality concerns. Its capacity suggests it is a key asset for grid reliability, balancing intermittent renewable generation.