Overview
Maracaí is a 46.82 MW biomass power plant located in Brazil. It operates using biomass fuel and is currently operational.
Maracaí is a biomass power plant located in Brazil, with a capacity of 46.82 MW. The facility is operational and contributes to the country's renewable energy generation from biomass sources. Biomass power plants in Brazil typically utilize agricultural residues such as sugarcane bagasse, which is abundant due to the country's large sugar and ethanol industry. The plant operates under Brazil's national environmental regulations, which include licensing requirements and emission standards for air pollutants. The plant's capacity places it in the small to medium scale for biomass power generation. Its operation supports local energy needs and contributes to Brazil's renewable energy mix, reducing reliance on fossil fuels.
Environmental context
The plant uses biomass fuel, which has a lower carbon footprint compared to fossil fuels but still produces emissions such as CO2, NOx, and particulate matter. Its location in Brazil, a country with strong agricultural activity, suggests proximity to biomass feedstock sources. The environmental impact depends on fuel sourcing and combustion technology.
Frequently asked questions
Maracaí biomass power plant is located in Brazil, with coordinates approximately 22.5711° S, 50.6442° W.
Maracaí power plant has a capacity of 46.82 megawatts (MW), making it a small to medium-scale biomass facility.
Maracaí uses biomass as its primary fuel, which may include agricultural residues like sugarcane bagasse, common in Brazil.
Biomass power plants in Brazil must comply with national environmental licensing (Licenciamento Ambiental) and emission standards set by CONAMA resolutions, including limits for particulate matter and other pollutants.
Maracaí contributes to Brazil's renewable energy generation, helping diversify the energy mix and reduce greenhouse gas emissions compared to fossil fuel plants.