ECOCARBURANTES Gas Power Plant | Spain | 21.7 MW Facility

ECOCARBURANTES is a gas power plant located in Spain, with a capacity of 21.7 MW. The facility is owned and operated by ECOCARBURANTES ESPANOLES S.A. and is currently operational. As a gas-fired plant, it forms part of Spain's diverse energy mix, which includes significant contributions from natural gas, renewables, and nuclear power. The plant operates under the regulatory framework of the European Union's Industrial Emissions Directive (2010/75/EU), which sets emission limits for SOx, NOx, and other pollutants. Best Available Techniques (BAT) conclusions for large combustion plants apply to facilities of this type. The relatively small capacity of 21.7 MW places it in the small-scale category for gas power plants, which typically range from a few megawatts to over 1,000 MW for combined cycle gas turbine (CCGT) units. Environmentally, the plant's gas fuel source results in lower CO2 emissions per MWh compared to coal or oil, but still contributes to greenhouse gas emissions. Its location in Spain, a country with growing renewable energy penetration, means it may serve as a flexible backup for intermittent sources like solar and wind. The plant's age and specific technology (e.g., simple cycle vs. Its small size suggests it may be a peaking plant or industrial cogeneration unit.

The plant uses natural gas, which has a lower carbon intensity than coal or oil but still emits CO2, NOx, and other pollutants. Its small capacity (21.7 MW) limits its overall environmental footprint compared to larger gas plants. Spanish regulations under the EU Industrial Emissions Directive require monitoring and reporting of emissions. The facility's role in the grid may involve balancing intermittent renewables, which can affect its operational profile and emissions intensity.