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REPSOL PUERTOLLANO Gas Power Plant, Puertollano, Spain

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Overview

REPSOL PUERTOLLANO is an 80.5 MW gas power plant in Spain, operated by REPSOL PETROLEO S.A. The facility is operational and contributes to the country's natural gas-fired generation capacity.

REPSOL PUERTOLLANO is a gas power plant located in Puertollano, Spain, with an installed capacity of 80.5 MW. Owned and operated by REPSOL PETROLEO S.A., the facility is currently operational and plays a role in the regional energy mix. As a gas-fired plant, it represents a segment of Spain's thermal power generation infrastructure. The plant operates under the regulatory framework of the European Union, including the Industrial Emissions Directive (2010/75/EU) and Best Available Techniques (BAT) conclusions for large combustion plants. These regulations set emission limits for pollutants such as SOx, NOx, and particulate matter, ensuring compliance with environmental standards. The 80.5 MW capacity places it in the small-to-medium scale range for gas power plants in Europe. Located in the Castilla-La Mancha region, the plant supports local grid stability and industrial energy demand. Natural gas generation typically offers lower CO2 emissions compared to coal, aligning with Spain's transition towards cleaner energy sources. The facility's operational status contributes to the country's energy security and flexibility in power generation.

Environmental context

The plant uses natural gas as its primary fuel, which produces lower CO2, SOx, and NOx emissions compared to coal or oil. Its 80.5 MW capacity is moderate, and the facility is subject to EU emission standards under the Industrial Emissions Directive. The location in Puertollano, an industrial area, means the plant's emissions are managed within local air quality frameworks. The technology type (likely combined cycle or simple cycle) influences efficiency and environmental footprint.

Frequently asked questions

REPSOL PUERTOLLANO is located in Puertollano, Spain, in the Castilla-La Mancha region.

The plant has an installed capacity of 80.5 MW, making it a small-to-medium scale gas power plant.

The plant is owned and operated by REPSOL PETROLEO S.A., a major Spanish energy company.

Gas power plants in Spain must comply with the EU Industrial Emissions Directive (2010/75/EU) and Best Available Techniques (BAT) conclusions, which set emission limits for SOx, NOx, and other pollutants.

As a natural gas plant, it provides flexible generation to support grid stability and meets part of the industrial and residential electricity demand in the region.
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