Overview
Companhia Maranhense de Refrigerantes - Varzea Grande is a 4 MW diesel power plant in Brazil. It operates on oil fuel and is located near Varzea Grande, Mato Grosso.
Companhia Maranhense de Refrigerantes - Varzea Grande is a diesel power plant located in the state of Mato Grosso, Brazil, near the city of Varzea Grande. With a capacity of 4 MW, it is a small-scale facility within the Brazilian power generation sector, which relies on a mix of hydroelectric, thermal, and renewable sources. The plant operates on oil as its primary fuel, typical for diesel power plants used for backup or peak-load generation. In Brazil, such facilities are regulated by national environmental standards and may require licenses from state environmental agencies. The plant's technology is likely based on internal combustion engines, common for this scale and fuel type. This facility serves the local energy needs of the Varzea Grande region, contributing to grid stability and supporting industrial or commercial activities. Its operational status indicates ongoing generation, though its small capacity limits its overall environmental footprint compared to larger thermal plants in the country.
Environmental context
The plant's use of oil as fuel results in CO2, SOx, and NOx emissions, though its small 4 MW capacity limits overall impact. Located near Varzea Grande, a populated area in Mato Grosso, the facility may contribute to local air quality concerns. Brazil's regulatory framework, including CONAMA resolutions, sets emission limits for thermal power plants, and this facility likely operates under state-level permits.
Frequently asked questions
The plant is located in the state of Mato Grosso, Brazil, near the city of Varzea Grande, at coordinates -15.610300, -56.154400.
The plant has a capacity of 4 megawatts (MW), making it a small-scale diesel power plant.
The plant uses oil as its primary fuel, typical for diesel power plants.
Diesel power plants in Brazil are subject to CONAMA resolutions and state-level environmental licensing, which set emission limits for pollutants like SOx, NOx, and particulate matter.
Brazil's power generation is dominated by hydroelectricity, but diesel plants like this provide backup and peak-load support, especially in regions with grid constraints.