Overview
Cia Minuano is a 1.016 MW diesel power plant located in Brazil, operating on oil. It serves the local grid with small-scale generation capacity.
Cia Minuano is a small-scale diesel power plant located in Brazil, with an operational status of active. The facility has a capacity of 1.016 MW and uses oil as its primary fuel, positioning it within the lower end of power generation scale in the country. The plant operates under Brazil's national environmental regulations, which include emission standards for stationary sources. As a small diesel plant, Cia Minuano contributes to local energy reliability, particularly in areas where grid connectivity may be limited. Its environmental footprint is relatively modest compared to larger fossil fuel plants, but it still emits CO2, SOx, and NOx, subject to Brazilian air quality standards.
Environmental context
The plant's use of oil as fuel results in emissions of carbon dioxide, sulfur oxides, and nitrogen oxides, typical for diesel generation. Its small capacity (1.016 MW) limits overall environmental impact, but proximity to populated areas could affect local air quality. Brazilian regulations under CONAMA establish emission limits for such facilities, and the plant likely operates under state-level environmental licensing.
Frequently asked questions
Cia Minuano is located in Brazil, with coordinates approximately 29.3584° S, 51.9556° W.
Cia Minuano is a diesel power plant that uses oil as its primary fuel to generate electricity.
Cia Minuano has a capacity of 1.016 MW, making it a small-scale power generation facility.
Diesel power plants in Brazil must comply with CONAMA resolutions on air quality, including emission limits for particulate matter, sulfur oxides, and nitrogen oxides. State environmental agencies also issue operating licenses.
As a small diesel plant, Cia Minuano likely serves as a peaking or backup power source, providing flexibility and reliability to the local grid.