Overview
Pemex-Refinación Ing. Antonio M. Amor is a 142.8 MW gas power plant in Mexico, operated by Pemex. It contributes to the country's energy grid with natural gas-fired generation.
Pemex-Refinación Ing. Antonio M. Amor is a gas-fired power plant located in Mexico, with an operational capacity of 142.8 MW. The facility is owned and operated by Pemex, the state-owned petroleum company, and is currently in operational status. The plant plays a role in Mexico's energy infrastructure, utilizing natural gas as its primary fuel source. The plant operates under Mexico's regulatory framework for power generation, which includes emissions standards and environmental regulations. Natural gas is a relatively cleaner fossil fuel compared to coal or oil, resulting in lower CO2, SOx, and NOx emissions per unit of electricity generated. The capacity of 142.8 MW places it in the medium-scale range for gas power plants in Mexico. This facility supports the regional power grid, providing electricity to nearby industrial and residential areas. As part of Pemex's refining and energy operations, it contributes to the company's integrated energy portfolio. The plant's location in central Mexico allows it to serve local demand and enhance grid stability.
Environmental context
The plant's use of natural gas as primary fuel results in lower emissions of sulfur dioxide (SOx), nitrogen oxides (NOx), and particulate matter compared to coal or oil-fired plants. However, natural gas combustion still produces carbon dioxide (CO2), a greenhouse gas. The facility's location in a populated area of central Mexico may require adherence to local air quality standards. The plant's age and technology (subcritical vs. Modern gas plants often employ combined cycle technology for higher efficiency.
Frequently asked questions
The plant is located in Mexico, with coordinates approximately 20.5814° N, -101.1799° W. It is operated by Pemex.
The plant has a capacity of 142.8 megawatts (MW), using natural gas as its primary fuel.
The plant is owned and operated by Pemex, Mexico's state-owned petroleum company.
Gas power plants in Mexico must comply with national emissions standards, including limits on SOx, NOx, and particulate matter, as well as environmental impact assessments. The Energy Regulatory Commission (CRE) oversees the sector.
Natural gas combustion produces lower emissions of sulfur dioxide, nitrogen oxides, and mercury compared to coal or oil. It also emits less carbon dioxide per unit of energy, making it a cleaner fossil fuel option.