Overview
Cencosud - GBarbosa - 153 is a 1 MW diesel power plant located in Brazil. It operates on oil and is currently operational.
Cencosud - GBarbosa - 153 is a small-scale diesel power plant situated in Brazil, with coordinates near Salvador, Bahia. With a capacity of 1 MW, it falls into the small-scale category for power generation facilities. The plant is operational and serves as a local energy source. As a diesel-fired facility, it operates using oil as its primary fuel. Diesel power plants are typically used for peaking power or backup generation due to their quick start-up capabilities. In Brazil, such plants often complement the national grid, which relies heavily on hydroelectric power, providing flexibility during periods of low rainfall or high demand. The plant's environmental impact is relatively limited due to its small capacity. However, diesel combustion emits CO2, SOx, and NOx, contributing to local air quality concerns. Its proximity to populated areas may require adherence to Brazilian environmental regulations, such as CONAMA resolutions, to mitigate emissions and ensure compliance with national standards.
Environmental context
The plant's diesel combustion releases CO2, SOx, and NOx, which can affect local air quality. Given its small 1 MW capacity, emissions are modest but still subject to Brazilian environmental regulations. The facility's location near Salvador may require monitoring to minimize impact on nearby communities.
Frequently asked questions
The plant is located in Brazil, near the coordinates -12.9159, -38.4431, close to Salvador in Bahia state.
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), classifying it as a small-scale power generation facility.
Diesel power plants in Brazil must comply with CONAMA resolutions, which set emission limits for pollutants like SOx, NOx, and particulate matter. They may also require environmental licenses and monitoring.
As a small diesel plant, it likely provides peaking power or backup generation, supporting the grid during high demand or when hydroelectric capacity is low.