Overview
El Carrizal is a 17 MW hydroelectric power plant in Argentina, operated by CEMPPSA - HIDROCUYO SA. It provides renewable energy to the regional grid.
El Carrizal is a hydroelectric power plant located in Argentina, with an installed capacity of 17 megawatts. The facility is owned and operated by CEMPPSA - HIDROCUYO SA and is currently operational, contributing to the country's renewable energy mix. As a hydroelectric plant, El Carrizal utilizes the flow of water to generate electricity, a technology that is well-established in Argentina. The plant operates under Argentina's regulatory framework for renewable energy, which includes incentives for clean power generation and compliance with national environmental standards. The plant's capacity of 17 MW places it in the small-scale category for hydroelectric facilities. It plays a role in supplying clean electricity to the local grid, reducing reliance on fossil fuels and supporting Argentina's goals for sustainable energy development.
Environmental context
Hydroelectric power generation has a low carbon footprint compared to fossil fuel plants, but can affect local aquatic ecosystems and water flow regimes. El Carrizal's location in a semi-arid region of Argentina means water availability is a key environmental consideration. The plant's operation must balance power generation with downstream water needs for agriculture and communities.
Frequently asked questions
El Carrizal hydroelectric plant is located in Argentina, with coordinates approximately 33.2993° S, 68.7199° W.
El Carrizal has an installed capacity of 17 megawatts, making it a small-scale hydroelectric facility.
El Carrizal is operated by CEMPPSA - HIDROCUYO SA, which is also the owner of the facility.
Hydroelectric plants in Argentina must comply with national environmental laws, including water use permits and environmental impact assessments. They are also subject to renewable energy incentives under Argentina's renewable energy framework.
El Carrizal contributes renewable hydroelectric power to Argentina's grid, supporting the country's goal to increase the share of renewables in its energy mix and reduce greenhouse gas emissions.