Overview
Bompreço Passo Fundo is a 1 MW diesel power plant in Passo Fundo, Brazil. It operates on oil and serves local energy needs.
Bompreço Passo Fundo is a small-scale diesel power plant located in Passo Fundo, Brazil. With a capacity of 1 MW, it is classified as a small facility within the Brazilian power generation sector, which relies on a mix of hydroelectric, thermal, and renewable sources. The plant uses oil as its primary fuel and operates under Brazil's national environmental regulations, including CONAMA resolutions for air emissions. Diesel plants of this size typically serve as backup or peaking units, providing grid stability during high demand or emergencies. As a local power source, Bompreço Passo Fundo contributes to energy security in the region. Its small capacity and diesel fuel type result in a moderate environmental footprint, with CO2 and particulate emissions that are regulated by Brazilian standards.
Environmental context
The plant's use of oil as fuel results in CO2, SOx, and NOx emissions, typical for diesel generators. Located in Passo Fundo, a city in southern Brazil, the facility operates in an area with moderate air quality concerns. Its small capacity limits overall environmental impact, but proximity to populated areas may require adherence to local emission controls.
Frequently asked questions
Bompreço Passo Fundo is located in Passo Fundo, Brazil, at coordinates -28.258800, -52.397200.
It is a diesel power plant that uses oil as its primary fuel, with a capacity of 1 MW.
The plant has a capacity of 1 megawatt (MW), making it a small-scale facility.
Diesel power plants in Brazil must comply with CONAMA resolutions, which set limits on air emissions such as CO2, SOx, and NOx, and may require environmental licensing.
As a small diesel plant, it likely serves as a peaking or backup unit, providing additional power during periods of high demand or grid instability.