Overview
Caterpillar is a diesel power plant in Brazil with a capacity of 11.48 MW, operating on oil. It serves as a local power generation facility.
Caterpillar is a diesel power plant located in Brazil, with coordinates approximately 22.70°S, 47.62°W. The facility has a capacity of 11.48 megawatts and operates on oil as its primary fuel. It is currently in operational status, contributing to the regional power supply. The plant operates under Brazil's national environmental regulations, which include emission standards for stationary sources. Diesel power plants of this scale are typically used for peaking power or backup generation, given their ability to start quickly. The technology employed is internal combustion engines, common for smaller capacity plants. As a diesel-fired facility, Caterpillar's environmental footprint includes CO2 emissions and local air pollutants such as NOx and particulate matter. Its location in Brazil, a country with a diverse energy mix including hydropower, means this plant likely serves a niche role in grid stability or remote area supply. The plant's capacity places it in the small-scale category for power generation.
Environmental context
The plant uses oil as fuel, resulting in CO2 emissions and local pollutants like SOx, NOx, and particulate matter. Its capacity of 11.48 MW is small, limiting its overall environmental impact. Diesel plants often operate in or near industrial zones. Brazil's regulatory framework includes CONAMA resolutions for air quality, which this facility must comply with.
Frequently asked questions
The Caterpillar diesel power plant is located in Brazil at coordinates approximately 22.70°S, 47.62°W.
The Caterpillar power plant has a capacity of 11.48 megawatts (MW).
The Caterpillar plant uses oil 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 NOx, SOx, and particulate matter. Facilities may also need environmental licenses from state or federal agencies.
Small diesel power plants like Caterpillar often serve as peaking plants or backup power sources, providing electricity during periods of high demand or when renewable sources are insufficient. They can also support isolated grids.