Overview
El Alto (El Kenko) Power Plant is a 80.42 MW gas-fired facility in Bolivia. It operates as a key electricity generation asset in the country's energy mix.
El Alto (El Kenko) Power Plant Bolivia is a gas-fired power generation facility located near El Alto, Bolivia. With a capacity of 80.42 MW, it falls within the small-to-medium scale range for gas power plants in the region. The plant is operational and contributes to Bolivia's electricity grid, which relies heavily on natural gas as a primary fuel source. The facility operates under Bolivia's national energy regulations, which govern emissions and operational standards for thermal power plants. In Bolivia, natural gas is abundant, making gas power a cost-effective and relatively cleaner option compared to coal or oil. As a gas-fired plant, El Alto has a lower carbon footprint than coal or oil alternatives, but still emits CO2 and other pollutants. Its location near El Alto, a populous city, necessitates adherence to local air quality standards. The plant plays a role in meeting regional electricity demand and supporting Bolivia's energy security.
Environmental context
The plant's gas fuel source results in lower CO2, SOx, and NOx emissions compared to coal or oil plants. However, its proximity to the urban area of El Alto requires careful management of local air quality impacts. The facility's capacity of 80.42 MW is moderate, and its operational age and technology type (simple or combined cycle) influence its overall environmental footprint.
Frequently asked questions
El Alto (El Kenko) Power Plant is located near El Alto, Bolivia, at coordinates -16.565300, -68.181100.
The plant has a capacity of 80.42 megawatts (MW), making it a small-to-medium scale gas power plant.
The plant uses natural gas as its primary fuel, which is abundant in Bolivia and produces lower emissions compared to coal or oil.
Gas power plants in Bolivia are subject to national environmental and energy regulations, including emission standards and operational permits. The country's energy policy promotes natural gas as a key fuel source.
The plant supplies electricity to the Bolivian grid, helping meet demand in the El Alto region and supporting energy security. Its gas-fired operation provides reliable baseload or peaking power.