SALINAS BRAS DEL PORT S.A. Gas Power Plant, Spain | 10 MW Facility

SALINAS BRAS DEL PORT S.A. is a gas-fired power generation facility located in Spain, with coordinates 42.574100, 0.182400. The plant has a capacity of 10 MW, placing it in the small-scale category for gas power plants. It is currently operational and owned by BRAS DEL PORT S.A. The plant operates under the regulatory framework of the European Union, specifically the Industrial Emissions Directive 2010/75/EU, which sets emission limits for large combustion plants. As a gas-fired facility, it benefits from lower CO2 and pollutant emissions compared to coal or oil plants, aligning with Spain's energy transition goals. The technology is likely a reciprocating engine or gas turbine, typical for small-scale gas plants. This facility contributes to the local energy grid, providing reliable power generation. Its small capacity suggests it may serve a niche role, such as peak shaving or supporting renewable integration. The plant's location in Spain places it within a country with a growing renewable energy sector, where gas plants often provide backup power.

The plant uses natural gas, which produces lower CO2, SOx, and NOx emissions compared to coal or oil. Its small capacity (10 MW) limits its overall environmental footprint. The location in Spain is subject to EU emissions regulations, ensuring compliance with Best Available Techniques. Gas plants typically have moderate local air quality impacts.