Overview
PUERTO MADRYN is a 42 MW gas power plant in Argentina, operated by CT PATAGONICAS SA. It supplies electricity to the local grid.
PUERTO MADRYN is a gas-fired power plant located near Puerto Madryn, Argentina, with a capacity of 42 MW. The facility is owned and operated by CT PATAGONICAS SA and is currently operational, contributing to the regional power supply. The plant operates on natural gas, a cleaner fossil fuel compared to coal, but still emits CO2 and other pollutants. Argentina's power sector is regulated by national standards, including limits on emissions and efficiency requirements. Gas plants like this one are common in the country, often using combined cycle technology for higher efficiency. This facility plays a role in meeting local electricity demand in the Patagonia region. Its moderate capacity makes it suitable for distributed generation, supporting grid stability and reducing transmission losses. The plant's environmental impact is managed through compliance with Argentine emission standards.
Environmental context
The plant uses natural gas, which produces lower CO2 emissions per MWh than coal or oil, but still contributes to greenhouse gas emissions. Its location near Puerto Madryn, a coastal city, means potential local air quality impacts. The 42 MW capacity is relatively small, limiting its overall environmental footprint. Regulatory oversight under Argentine environmental laws ensures adherence to emission limits.
Frequently asked questions
PUERTO MADRYN is located near Puerto Madryn, in the Chubut province of Argentina, at coordinates -42.7069, -65.1048.
The plant has a capacity of 42 megawatts (MW), making it a small to medium-sized gas power plant.
The plant is owned and operated by CT PATAGONICAS SA.
Gas power plants in Argentina must comply with national environmental and energy regulations, including emission limits for NOx, SOx, and particulate matter, as well as efficiency standards set by the Secretariat of Energy.
Gas plants produce lower CO2 emissions than coal plants, but still emit greenhouse gases and air pollutants. The impact depends on capacity, technology, and local conditions. PUERTO MADRYN's moderate capacity limits its overall footprint.