Overview
CTCC Castellon Grupo 4 is an operational gas power plant in Castellon, Spain, with a capacity of 839.35 MW, owned by Iberdrola Generacion S.A.
CTCC Castellon Grupo 4 is a gas-fired power plant located in Castellon, Spain. With a capacity of 839.35 MW, it is a medium-to-large scale facility within the Spanish power generation sector. The plant is owned and operated by Iberdrola Generacion S.A., a major utility company in Spain. The plant operates under the regulatory framework of the European Union, including the Industrial Emissions Directive 2010/75/EU, which sets emission limits for large combustion plants. As a combined cycle gas turbine (CCGT) facility, it benefits from higher efficiency and lower emissions compared to older coal-fired plants. The use of natural gas as primary fuel results in lower CO2, SOx, and NOx emissions per MWh generated. CTCC Castellon Grupo 4 plays a significant role in the regional power grid, providing flexible generation to complement renewable energy sources. Its location in the industrial area of Castellon supports local energy demand and contributes to Spain's energy mix. The plant's modern technology and regulatory compliance ensure it operates within environmental standards.
Environmental context
The plant's use of natural gas as primary fuel results in lower CO2 emissions compared to coal or oil, but still contributes to greenhouse gas emissions. Its location in an industrial area near Castellon may have local air quality implications, though modern CCGT technology reduces SOx and NOx emissions. The facility operates under EU emissions regulations, including the Industrial Emissions Directive, which requires best available techniques to minimize environmental impact.
Frequently asked questions
The plant has a capacity of 839.35 megawatts (MW), making it a medium-to-large gas power plant.
The plant is owned by Iberdrola Generacion S.A., a major Spanish utility company.
Gas power plants in Spain must comply with the EU Industrial Emissions Directive (2010/75/EU), which sets emission limits for large combustion plants and requires the use of best available techniques.
As a combined cycle gas turbine plant, it has lower CO2, SOx, and NOx emissions compared to coal-fired plants, but still contributes to greenhouse gas emissions. It operates under EU environmental regulations.