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Natural gas

At AES, we leverage the flexibility of natural gas to foster a smooth, secure transition to a renewable grid. Our natural gas power plants and liquified natural gas (LNG) operations offer reliability that the power will continue to flow even when solar or wind energy ebbs. As the largest importer of US liquified natural gas (LNG) in Central America and the Caribbean with over $1 billion in investments, we are supporting the region and stabilizing energy costs.

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Natural gas and LNG benefits

Natural gas, the cleanest fossil fuel, replaces heavier fuels like coal and diesel. Widely available in the United States, it serves as a flexible resource to reduce energy costs and support renewable energy. In its liquefied form, it can be easily transported over long distances, including across oceans.

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Enhances energy security

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Increases variety of energy supply

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Increases availability of low-cost solutions

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Reduces emissions

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Flexible and easily transported

Integrating technologies for your energy needs

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Gas generation

Flexible and efficient, gas-fired power generation provides a lower-carbon alternative to coal while offering stability and dispatchability. It supports grid reliability, integrates with renewable energy sources, and enables you to transition towards a cleaner energy mix.

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Coal to natural gas conversion

This solution retrofits existing coal power plants to operate on natural gas, reducing carbon emissions, improving efficiency, and extending asset life. It provides a practical transition pathway for businesses and utilities aiming to lower their environmental footprint while maintaining energy security.

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Gas + battery storage

Pairing gas generation with battery storage enhances grid flexibility by providing fast-response power balancing and backup energy. This hybrid solution enables you to optimize costs, increase energy efficiency, and integrate more renewables into their energy mix.

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LNG fuel supply

Liquefied Natural Gas (LNG) is a cost-effective, lower-carbon fuel alternative for industries, transportation, and power generation. It offers high energy density, flexible supply options, and significant emissions reductions compared to coal or diesel, supporting cleaner energy transitions.

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Bunkering

LNG bunkering provides liquefied natural gas as a marine fuel for ships, reducing emissions and meeting international maritime regulations. It offers shipping companies a cleaner, compliant alternative to traditional fuels, supporting the decarbonization of the maritime industry.

AES Colón assures steady flow of safe and clean power

Our Colón facility was strategically built to meet the growing energy demands of Panama and guarantee a steady supply of resilient, safe, and clean LNG.

381 MW

Meets the growing energy demand of Panama using a safer, cleaner fuel

180,000 M3

of storage Extends LNG benefits beyond Panama with storage, a boat terminal, regasification and truck loading station

50% more

efficient Increases efficiency, uses less water, and reduces environmental impact

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