Overview
MAHON TG4 is a 50 MW gas power plant located in Menorca, Spain, operated by GAS Y ELECTRICIDAD GENERACION S.A.U. The facility contributes to the island's electricity supply.
MAHON TG4 is a gas-fired power generation facility located in Menorca, Balearic Islands, Spain. With a capacity of 50 MW, it is a medium-scale plant within the Spanish power generation sector, serving the local grid of Menorca. 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. As a gas-fired plant, it benefits from lower CO2 emissions compared to coal or oil, aligning with Spain's transition to cleaner energy sources. The facility uses natural gas as its primary fuel, a common choice for flexible power generation in island grids. MAHON TG4 plays a key role in ensuring energy security for Menorca, complementing renewable sources like solar and wind. Its operational status as an active plant supports the region's electricity demand, particularly during peak periods. The plant's location on an island highlights its importance in maintaining grid stability and reducing reliance on interconnections.
Environmental context
As a gas-fired power plant, MAHON TG4 produces lower CO2 emissions per MWh compared to coal or oil plants, but still contributes to greenhouse gas emissions. Its location on Menorca, a Mediterranean island with sensitive ecosystems, requires adherence to EU emission standards to minimize local air quality impacts. The plant's moderate capacity (50 MW) limits its overall environmental footprint, but its operation in a tourist-dependent region necessitates careful management of noise and emissions.
Frequently asked questions
MAHON TG4 is located in Menorca, Balearic Islands, Spain, at coordinates 39.8964 N, 4.2597 E.
MAHON TG4 has a capacity of 50 megawatts (MW), making it a medium-scale gas power plant.
MAHON TG4 is owned and operated by GAS Y ELECTRICIDAD GENERACION S.A.U.
As a Spanish gas power plant, MAHON TG4 must comply with the EU Industrial Emissions Directive (2010/75/EU), which sets limits on SOx, NOx, and particulate emissions, as well as national Spanish regulations.
Gas power plants like MAHON TG4 provide flexible generation to complement renewable energy sources, ensuring grid stability and meeting peak demand, especially in island regions.