Overview
TENARIS SIDERCA CETE II is a 163.2 MW gas power plant in Argentina, operated by SIDERCA SAIC. It supplies electricity to the grid and supports industrial operations.
TENARIS SIDERCA CETE II is a gas-fired power plant located in Argentina, with a capacity of 163.2 MW. The plant is owned and operated by SIDERCA SAIC, a major steel producer, and plays a key role in supporting both industrial and grid electricity needs. The facility operates on natural gas, a cleaner fossil fuel compared to coal, and its capacity places it in the medium-scale range for gas power plants in Argentina. The plant is subject to national environmental regulations, including emission limits for NOx and SOx, and aligns with Argentina's energy transition goals. As a combined heat and power facility, it enhances energy efficiency by supplying both electricity and thermal energy to the adjacent steelworks. This integration reduces overall emissions and operational costs, contributing to the local economy and energy security.
Environmental context
The plant's gas-fired technology results in lower CO2 emissions per MWh compared to coal or oil plants. Its location in an industrial area minimizes direct impact on populated zones, though air quality monitoring is essential. The facility's efficiency is improved by cogeneration, reducing fuel consumption and associated emissions.
Frequently asked questions
TENARIS SIDERCA CETE II is located in Argentina, near the coordinates 33.3655° S, 60.1435° W, within an industrial area.
It is a gas-fired power plant, specifically a combined heat and power (CHP) facility that generates electricity and thermal energy.
The plant has a capacity of 163.2 megawatts (MW), placing it in the medium-scale range for gas power plants in Argentina.
Gas power plants in Argentina must comply with national emission standards for NOx, SOx, and particulate matter, as well as energy efficiency requirements under the country's energy transition framework.
The plant is owned and operated by SIDERCA SAIC, an Argentine steel company, as part of its industrial operations.