Overview
Amapá Garden Shopping is a 4.6 MW diesel power plant in Brazil, providing backup or primary power generation for the shopping center. It operates on oil fuel.
Amapá Garden Shopping is a diesel power plant located in Brazil, with a capacity of 4.6 MW. The facility is operational and serves as a power generation source for the shopping center, likely providing backup or primary electricity to support commercial operations. As a diesel-fired plant, it operates using oil as its primary fuel. In Brazil, diesel power plants are often used for peak shaving or remote area electrification. The plant's capacity places it in the small-scale category for power generation, typical for commercial or industrial self-generation units. The plant's environmental impact is tied to its fuel type, with diesel combustion producing CO2, SOx, and NOx emissions. Its location near a commercial area may require adherence to local emission standards. The facility plays a role in ensuring reliable power supply for the shopping center, contributing to local economic activity.
Environmental context
The plant's diesel fuel source results in emissions of CO2, SOx, and NOx, which are typical for oil-fired power generation. Its location in Brazil means it operates under national environmental regulations, including CONAMA resolutions for air quality. The proximity to a commercial area may necessitate emission controls to minimize local air pollution.
Frequently asked questions
Amapá Garden Shopping is a diesel power plant located in Brazil, with coordinates approximately 0.0124° N, -51.072° W.
The plant has a capacity of 4.6 MW, making it a small-scale power generation facility.
The plant uses oil (diesel) as its primary fuel for power generation.
Diesel power plants in Brazil must comply with CONAMA resolutions, which set emission limits for pollutants such as SOx, NOx, and particulate matter. Facilities may also need environmental licenses from state or federal agencies.
Small diesel power plants in Brazil often serve as backup power for commercial facilities, or provide electricity in remote areas not connected to the grid. They can also be used for peak shaving to support grid stability.