Overview
ENERGYWORKS CARBALLO S.L. is a 13.18 MW diesel power plant located in Carballo, Spain. The facility operates on oil and is currently operational.
ENERGYWORKS CARBALLO S.L. is a diesel power plant situated in Carballo, Spain, with a capacity of 13.18 MW. This facility is classified as a small-scale power generation unit within the Spanish energy sector, contributing to local electricity supply. The plant operates on oil as its primary fuel and utilizes diesel engine technology. In Spain, power generation facilities are subject to the EU Industrial Emissions Directive 2010/75/EU and Best Available Techniques (BAT) conclusions, which set emission limits for SOx, NOx, and particulate matter. Typical diesel plants of this size may use reciprocating engines. As an operational facility, ENERGYWORKS CARBALLO S.L. plays a role in meeting regional energy demand, particularly during peak periods or as backup generation. Its location in Galicia, a region with significant renewable energy resources, places it within a diverse energy mix. The plant's environmental impact is managed under Spanish and EU regulations, ensuring compliance with emission standards.
Environmental context
The plant's use of oil as fuel results in CO2, SOx, and NOx emissions, which are regulated under the EU Industrial Emissions Directive. Its capacity of 13.18 MW places it in the small-scale category, with lower absolute emissions compared to larger facilities. Proximity to populated areas may influence local air quality considerations, but compliance with BAT ensures mitigation measures are in place.
Frequently asked questions
ENERGYWORKS CARBALLO S.L. is located in Carballo, Spain, with coordinates 43.213000, -8.691000.
It is a diesel power plant that uses oil as its primary fuel to generate electricity.
The plant has a capacity of 13.18 MW, making it a small-scale power generation facility.
Diesel power plants in Spain must comply with the EU Industrial Emissions Directive 2010/75/EU and Best Available Techniques (BAT) conclusions, which set emission limits for pollutants like SOx, NOx, and particulate matter.
Yes, the plant is listed as operational.