Overview
PRESIDENTE SARMIENTO is a 31.5 MW gas power plant in San Juan, Argentina, operated by AES Argentina Generacion S.A. It supplies electricity to the local grid.
PRESIDENTE SARMIENTO is a gas-fired power plant located in San Juan, Argentina. With a capacity of 31.5 MW, it is a small-scale facility within the Argentine power generation sector, contributing to the regional energy supply. The plant is owned and operated by AES Argentina Generacion S.A., a subsidiary of the global energy company AES Corporation. The plant utilizes natural gas as its primary fuel, a common choice in Argentina due to the country's abundant gas reserves. It operates under Argentina's regulatory framework for electricity generation, which includes compliance with national emission standards and grid connection requirements. The technology employed is typical for a plant of this size, likely using gas turbines or reciprocating engines. PRESIDENTE SARMIENTO plays a role in meeting local electricity demand in the San Juan province. Its relatively small capacity makes it suitable for distributed generation or peak load support. The plant's operational status ensures continued contribution to the region's energy mix, supporting economic activities and community needs.
Environmental context
The plant's gas-fired operation results in lower CO2 emissions compared to coal or oil, but still contributes to greenhouse gas emissions. Its location in San Juan, a semi-arid region, means water use for cooling may be minimal if dry cooling is employed. Proximity to populated areas could raise local air quality concerns, though modern gas plants typically have effective emission controls.
Frequently asked questions
PRESIDENTE SARMIENTO is located in San Juan, Argentina, at coordinates -31.5129, -68.5399.
The plant has a capacity of 31.5 megawatts (MW), making it a small-scale gas power plant.
The plant is owned and operated by AES Argentina Generacion S.A., a subsidiary of AES Corporation.
Gas power plants in Argentina must comply with national environmental and energy regulations, including emission limits set by the Secretaría de Ambiente y Desarrollo Sustentable and grid connection rules from CAMMESA.
Gas plants produce lower CO2 emissions than coal or oil plants, but still emit greenhouse gases. Local impacts include air quality and water use, which are managed through permits and technology.