Overview
Tractebel Energía de Monterrey is a 284 MW gas power plant in Monterrey, Mexico. It operates as a key electricity generation facility in the region.
Tractebel Energía de Monterrey is a gas-fired power plant located in Monterrey, Mexico, with a capacity of 284 MW. The plant is owned by Tractebel Energía De Monterrey S. De R. L. De C. V. and is currently operational, contributing to the local power grid. The facility operates on natural gas, a cleaner fossil fuel compared to coal or oil. In Mexico, power plants are regulated by the Energy Regulatory Commission (CRE) and must comply with national emission standards, including those for SOx, NOx, and particulate matter. The plant's capacity places it in the medium-scale range for gas power plants in the country. As a gas-fired plant, Tractebel Energía de Monterrey has a lower carbon footprint than coal-fired alternatives, supporting Mexico's energy transition goals. Its location in an industrial hub like Monterrey ensures reliable electricity supply for commercial and residential consumers, enhancing energy security in the region.
Environmental context
The plant uses natural gas, which produces lower CO2, SOx, and NOx emissions compared to coal or oil. Its location in Monterrey, a densely populated industrial city, means emissions are subject to strict local air quality regulations. The plant's moderate capacity of 284 MW suggests a balanced environmental impact, with modern gas turbine technology likely employed to optimize efficiency and reduce pollutants.
Frequently asked questions
Tractebel Energía de Monterrey is located in Monterrey, Mexico, at coordinates 25.7674, -100.5482.
The plant has a capacity of 284 megawatts (MW), making it a medium-scale gas power plant.
The plant is owned by Tractebel Energía De Monterrey S. De R. L. De C. V.
Gas power plants in Mexico must comply with the Energy Regulatory Commission (CRE) standards and national emission limits for SOx, NOx, and particulate matter, as well as the General Law of Ecological Balance and Environmental Protection.
Gas plants produce lower CO2, SOx, and NOx emissions than coal or oil plants. The plant's location in an urban area requires adherence to strict air quality standards to minimize local pollution.