Overview
CT PASO DE LA PATRIA is a 7.2 MW diesel power plant in Paso de la Patria, Argentina, operated by TURBODISEL SA. It provides local power generation using oil fuel.
CT PASO DE LA PATRIA is a diesel power plant located in Paso de la Patria, Argentina. With a capacity of 7.2 MW, it is a small-scale facility within the country's power generation sector. The plant is operated by TURBODISEL SA and is currently operational. The plant uses oil as its primary fuel, typical for diesel power plants in Argentina. Diesel plants generally operate with internal combustion engines. Argentina's power sector is regulated by national standards, and such facilities must comply with emission limits for SOx, NOx, and particulate matter. As a small-scale plant, CT PASO DE LA PATRIA likely serves local grid needs or provides backup power. Its location in Paso de la Patria, near the Paraná River, may have environmental considerations related to emissions and fuel storage. The plant contributes to energy diversity in the region.
Environmental context
The plant's use of oil fuel results in CO2, SOx, and NOx emissions, which are regulated under Argentine environmental laws. Its proximity to the Paraná River and populated areas may require careful management of air quality and fuel handling to minimize local impacts. The small capacity limits its overall environmental footprint compared to larger fossil fuel plants.
Frequently asked questions
CT PASO DE LA PATRIA is located in Paso de la Patria, Argentina, near the Paraná River.
The plant has a capacity of 7.2 MW, making it a small-scale diesel power plant.
The plant is operated by TURBODISEL SA.
Diesel power plants in Argentina must comply with national emission standards for air pollutants, including SOx, NOx, and particulate matter, as well as fuel storage and handling regulations.
The plant uses oil as its primary fuel, which is common for diesel power plants.