Overview
Bernardo de Irigoyen is a 2.1 MW diesel power plant in Argentina, operated by EMSA. It provides local grid support in the Misiones province.
Bernardo de Irigoyen is a diesel power plant located in the town of Bernardo de Irigoyen, Misiones, Argentina. With a capacity of 2.096 MW, it is a small-scale facility serving the local community. The plant is owned and operated by EMSA, a regional energy provider. The plant operates on oil (diesel) as its primary fuel, a common choice for smaller, decentralized power generation in Argentina. Diesel plants like this one are often used for peak shaving or as backup power, especially in areas not connected to the main grid. Argentina's power sector is regulated by national standards, including emission limits for NOx and particulate matter. As a small diesel facility, Bernardo de Irigoyen plays a role in ensuring energy reliability in the border region near Brazil. Its environmental impact is limited by its small capacity, though diesel combustion produces CO2 and local air pollutants. The plant supports local economic activity and energy access.
Environmental context
The plant's diesel combustion emits CO2, SOx, NOx, and particulate matter, contributing to local air quality concerns. Its small capacity (2.1 MW) limits overall emissions, but proximity to the town of Bernardo de Irigoyen may affect nearby populations. Argentina's regulatory framework, including national emission standards, applies to such facilities.
Frequently asked questions
The Bernardo de Irigoyen diesel power plant is located in the town of Bernardo de Irigoyen, in the Misiones province of Argentina, near the border with Brazil.
The plant has a capacity of 2.096 megawatts (MW), making it a small-scale power generation facility.
The plant is owned and operated by EMSA, an Argentine energy company.
The plant uses diesel (oil) as its primary fuel, which is typical for small-scale and backup power generation in Argentina.
Diesel power plants in Argentina must comply with national emission standards for air pollutants such as NOx, SOx, and particulate matter, as well as general environmental protection laws.