Santa Isabel Biomass Power Plant | Brazil Renewable Energy Facility

Santa Isabel is a biomass power plant located in Brazil, with a capacity of 46 megawatts. It is operational and plays a role in the country's renewable energy generation, utilizing biomass as its primary fuel source. The plant is situated in the state of São Paulo, near the coordinates -21.5065, -49.2004. Biomass power plants like Santa Isabel use organic materials such as agricultural residues or wood waste to generate electricity. In Brazil, biomass is a significant component of the energy matrix, supported by regulations like the National Energy Policy (Law 9.478/1997) and incentives for renewable energy. The plant's capacity of 46 MW places it in the small-to-medium scale range for biomass facilities. The plant's operation contributes to local energy supply and helps reduce reliance on fossil fuels. By using biomass, it supports waste management and provides a renewable energy source. The facility is part of Brazil's broader efforts to expand clean energy generation and meet environmental targets.

The plant uses biomass, a renewable fuel that can have lower net CO2 emissions compared to fossil fuels, though emissions depend on feedstock and combustion technology. Its location in São Paulo state, a region with significant agricultural activity, provides a steady biomass supply. The plant's capacity of 46 MW is moderate, and its environmental impact is managed under Brazil's environmental licensing framework (CONAMA resolutions).