Overview
Hospital São Vicente de Paulo is a 1.68 MW diesel power plant in Brazil. It provides backup or primary power to the hospital facility.
Hospital São Vicente de Paulo is a diesel power plant located in Brazil, with coordinates approximately 28.256°S, 52.403°W. The facility has a capacity of 1.68 MW and is classified as a small-scale power generation unit. It is currently operational and serves the energy needs of the hospital. As a diesel-fired plant, it operates using oil as its primary fuel. In Brazil, small diesel plants like this are often used for backup power or in remote areas where grid connection is unreliable. The plant's capacity is modest, typical for a facility dedicated to a single institution. The plant's environmental impact is relatively low due to its small size, but diesel combustion emits CO2, SOx, and NOx. Its location near a hospital means it must comply with local noise and emission regulations. The plant plays a critical role in ensuring uninterrupted power for healthcare services.
Environmental context
The plant uses oil as fuel, resulting in emissions of CO2, SOx, and NOx. Its small capacity (1.68 MW) limits overall environmental impact. Proximity to a hospital requires adherence to strict noise and air quality standards. In Brazil, such facilities are regulated under national environmental laws, including CONAMA resolutions.
Frequently asked questions
The plant is located in Brazil at coordinates 28.256°S, 52.403°W, serving the Hospital São Vicente de Paulo.
The plant uses oil (diesel) as its primary fuel for power generation.
The plant has a capacity of 1.68 megawatts (MW), making it a small-scale power generation facility.
Diesel power plants in Brazil are regulated by CONAMA resolutions, which set emission limits for pollutants like SOx, NOx, and particulate matter. They may also need environmental licenses from state agencies.
Small diesel plants emit CO2, SOx, and NOx, but their overall impact is limited due to low capacity. They are often used for backup power, reducing the need for larger, more polluting sources during outages.