Dos Bocas Combined Cycle
The largest power plant in Mexico
Location
History & Background
Commissioned in 2012, Dos Bocas Combined Cycle is a gas power plant located in Mexico with an installed capacity of 2.8 GW. It is operated by CFE. By installed capacity, it ranks among the top 5 power plants in Mexico.
Why It Matters
Dos Bocas Combined Cycle provides flexible, dispatchable electricity to Mexico, with capacity to supply roughly 1.3 million US-equivalent households per year. Combined-cycle gas plants emit roughly half the CO2 per kilowatt-hour of coal, which is why many countries are using gas as a "bridge fuel" during their energy transition.
Environmental Impact
Natural gas combined-cycle plants like Dos Bocas Combined Cycle emit roughly half the CO2 per unit of electricity that coal plants do, but they still emit substantial amounts—on the order of 6.1 million tonnes per year for a plant this size. Methane leakage from the upstream gas supply chain can also significantly affect the climate impact.
Fun Facts
- The largest power plant in Mexico by installed capacity.
- Produces enough electricity to power roughly 1.3 million US-equivalent households per year at typical capacity factor.
- Has been operating for 14 years.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much power does Dos Bocas Combined Cycle produce?▾
Dos Bocas Combined Cycle has an installed nameplate capacity of 2.8 GW. At typical capacity factors for gas plants (~55%), this produces enough electricity for approximately 1.3 million US-equivalent households per year.
Where is Dos Bocas Combined Cycle located?▾
Dos Bocas Combined Cycle is located in Mexico at approximately 18.4333°, -94.0167°.
When was Dos Bocas Combined Cycle built?▾
Dos Bocas Combined Cycle was commissioned in 2012.
Who owns Dos Bocas Combined Cycle?▾
Dos Bocas Combined Cycle is owned and operated by CFE.
About Natural Gas Power
Natural gas power plants burn natural gas in a combustion turbine to generate electricity. They are more efficient and produce fewer emissions than coal plants, making them a popular choice for baseload and peaking power.
Other Power Plants in Mexico
| Name | Type | Capacity |
|---|---|---|
| ⚡Cerro Prieto Geothermal Power Station | Geothermal | 720 MW |
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Data Information
Data Sources
Power plant data is based on the Global Power Plant Database by World Resources Institute, in collaboration with Google, KTH Royal Institute of Technology, Enipedia, and the Global Energy Observatory.
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