Overview
Savannah Nickel Mine is a 10.8 MW diesel power plant in Western Australia, operated by Contract Power. It provides electricity to the Savannah Nickel Mine site.
Savannah Nickel Mine is a diesel power plant located in Western Australia, Australia, with a capacity of 10.8 MW. The facility is owned and operated by Contract Power and serves the Savannah Nickel Mine, providing dedicated on-site power generation for mining operations. The plant uses oil as its primary fuel, typical for remote mine-site power generation in Australia. Diesel power plants are common in off-grid mining locations due to their reliability and modularity. The facility operates under Australian environmental regulations, including the National Greenhouse and Energy Reporting Act and state-based emissions standards. As a dedicated mine-site power plant, Savannah Nickel Mine plays a critical role in supporting mineral extraction in a remote region. Its operation ensures continuous power supply for mining activities, contributing to the local economy. The plant's capacity is modest, reflecting its role as a captive power source rather than a grid-connected facility.
Environmental context
The plant's use of diesel fuel results in CO2, SOx, and NOx emissions, typical for oil-fired power generation. Located in a remote area of Western Australia, the environmental impact is localized. Diesel plants generally have lower efficiency and higher emissions per MWh compared to natural gas or renewable sources. Proximity to the mine site minimizes transmission losses but concentrates emissions near sensitive ecosystems.
Frequently asked questions
Savannah Nickel Mine is located in Western Australia, Australia, at coordinates -17.363100, 128.033100, serving the Savannah Nickel Mine site.
The Savannah Nickel Mine power plant has a capacity of 10.8 MW, using diesel fuel to generate electricity for the mine.
The plant is owned and operated by Contract Power, providing dedicated power to the Savannah Nickel Mine.
Diesel power plants in Australia must comply with the National Greenhouse and Energy Reporting Act and state-based emissions standards, which regulate CO2, SOx, and NOx emissions.
Diesel power plants provide reliable off-grid electricity for remote mining operations, supporting mineral extraction where grid connection is not feasible.