Overview
ALLIANZ PARQUE is a 3.87 MW diesel power plant in São Paulo, Brazil. It operates on oil fuel and serves the local grid.
ALLIANZ PARQUE is a diesel power plant located in São Paulo, Brazil, with a capacity of 3.87 MW. The facility is operational and contributes to the region's power generation mix, primarily using oil as fuel. As a small-scale plant, it plays a role in local energy supply, particularly during peak demand or grid contingencies. The plant operates under Brazil's national environmental and energy regulations, which include emission standards for stationary sources. Diesel power plants typically have higher CO2 and pollutant emissions per MWh compared to natural gas or renewable sources. The technology used is likely internal combustion engines, common for smaller peaking plants. Given its location in the São Paulo metropolitan area, the plant's emissions may affect local air quality. However, its small capacity limits its overall environmental footprint. The facility supports grid stability and provides dispatchable power, complementing Brazil's predominantly hydroelectric generation.
Environmental context
The plant uses oil fuel, which results in higher CO2, SOx, and NOx emissions per MWh compared to natural gas or renewables. Located in the densely populated São Paulo region, its emissions contribute to local air quality concerns. The small capacity (3.87 MW) moderates its overall impact, but the plant's age and technology (likely internal combustion engines) may not incorporate modern emission controls.
Frequently asked questions
ALLIANZ PARQUE is located in São Paulo, Brazil, at coordinates 23.5218° S, 46.6691° W.
ALLIANZ PARQUE has a capacity of 3.87 MW, making it a small-scale diesel power plant.
ALLIANZ PARQUE uses oil as its primary fuel, typical for diesel power plants.
Diesel power plants in Brazil must comply with CONAMA resolutions on air quality and emission standards, including limits for particulate matter, NOx, and SOx.
As a small peaking plant, ALLIANZ PARQUE provides dispatchable power to support grid stability during high demand or when renewable generation is low.