Overview
Proveedora de Electricidad de Occidente is a 19 MW hydroelectric power plant in Mexico. It contributes to the country's renewable energy generation with low-carbon electricity.
Proveedora de Electricidad de Occidente is a hydroelectric power plant located in Mexico, with coordinates 19.291000, -102.773800. The facility has a capacity of 19 MW, placing it in the small-scale range for hydroelectric plants. It is currently operational and contributes to Mexico's power grid. Hydroelectric plants like this one convert the energy of flowing water into electricity. In Mexico, hydroelectric power is a key component of the renewable energy mix, supported by regulations such as the General Law on Climate Change and the Energy Transition Law. The plant's technology typically involves turbines driven by water flow, with no direct fuel combustion, resulting in minimal air emissions. The plant's operation supports local and regional electricity demand without the greenhouse gas emissions associated with fossil fuel plants. Its location in western Mexico likely benefits from seasonal rainfall patterns that sustain water flow. As a renewable energy facility, it aligns with national goals to increase clean energy generation and reduce carbon intensity.
Environmental context
The plant uses hydroelectric technology, which has a low carbon footprint compared to fossil fuel plants. Its operation relies on water availability, which can be affected by seasonal variations and climate patterns. The facility's location in a rural area may minimize direct impacts on densely populated zones, though water diversion for power generation can affect local aquatic ecosystems. Overall, the environmental impact is relatively low, with no direct air emissions from electricity generation.
Frequently asked questions
The plant is located in Mexico at coordinates 19.291000, -102.773800, in the western region of the country.
It is a hydroelectric power plant, generating electricity from flowing water.
The plant has a capacity of 19 megawatts (MW), making it a small-scale hydroelectric facility.
Hydroelectric plants in Mexico operate under the General Law on Climate Change and the Energy Transition Law, which promote renewable energy and set environmental standards for water use and land management.
Hydroelectric power has low greenhouse gas emissions but can impact local water ecosystems through flow alteration and habitat changes. Proper management and environmental assessments help mitigate these effects.