Overview
MELILLA 13 is a 46.9 MW diesel power plant in Melilla, Spain, operated by ENDESA GENERACION S.A. The facility uses oil as its primary fuel and is currently operational.
MELILLA 13 is a diesel power plant located in the Spanish enclave of Melilla on the North African coast. With a capacity of 46.9 MW, it is a medium-scale facility within Spain's power generation sector, which relies on a mix of renewables, natural gas, and fossil fuels. The plant operates under Spain's national regulations, which transpose the EU Industrial Emissions Directive (2010/75/EU). As a diesel-fired facility, it is subject to Best Available Techniques (BAT) conclusions for large combustion plants, including emission limits for SOx, NOx, and particulates. Diesel plants typically have lower efficiency and higher emissions per MWh compared to combined cycle gas turbines. MELILLA 13 plays a key role in supplying electricity to the isolated Melilla grid, which is not connected to mainland Europe. Its operation supports local energy security, though its reliance on oil contributes to CO2 and local air pollutant emissions. The plant is owned by ENDESA GENERACION S.A., a major Spanish utility.
Environmental context
The plant's use of oil as fuel results in higher CO2 emissions per MWh compared to natural gas, and significant SOx and NOx emissions, which can affect local air quality. Melilla's proximity to the Mediterranean Sea and its urban population means emissions may impact both human health and marine ecosystems. Compliance with EU emission standards is required, but the plant's age and technology could influence its environmental footprint.
Frequently asked questions
MELILLA 13 is located in the Spanish enclave of Melilla on the North African coast, at coordinates 35.29° N, -2.94° W.
MELILLA 13 has a capacity of 46.9 megawatts (MW), making it a medium-scale diesel power plant.
MELILLA 13 is owned by ENDESA GENERACION S.A., a major Spanish utility company.
As a Spanish power plant, MELILLA 13 must comply with the EU Industrial Emissions Directive (2010/75/EU) and Best Available Techniques (BAT) conclusions for large combustion plants, which set limits on SOx, NOx, and particulate emissions.
MELILLA 13 uses oil as its primary fuel, which is typical for diesel power plants.