Overview
Itaú Mooca is a 12.8 MW diesel power plant in São Paulo, Brazil. It operates on oil and serves the local grid.
Itaú Mooca is a diesel power plant located in São Paulo, Brazil, with a capacity of 12.8 MW. The plant is operational and uses oil as its primary fuel, contributing to the region's power generation mix. As a diesel-fired facility, Itaú Mooca operates under Brazil's national environmental regulations, which include emission standards for particulate matter, NOx, and SOx. Diesel plants are typically used for peaking or backup power due to their flexibility and higher operating costs. The plant's capacity places it in the small-scale category for power generation. The plant's location in São Paulo, a densely populated urban area, means it plays a role in supporting local grid stability. Its environmental impact is managed through regulatory compliance, and it contributes to the diversification of energy sources in the region.
Environmental context
The plant's use of oil as fuel results in CO2, SOx, and NOx emissions, which are regulated under Brazilian environmental law. Its urban location in São Paulo necessitates careful management of air quality impacts. The relatively small capacity (12.8 MW) limits its overall environmental footprint compared to larger fossil fuel plants.
Frequently asked questions
Itaú Mooca is located in São Paulo, Brazil, at coordinates -23.544000, -46.626500.
Itaú Mooca uses oil as its primary fuel, classified as a diesel power plant.
The plant has a capacity of 12.8 megawatts (MW), making it a small-scale power generation facility.
Diesel power plants in Brazil must comply with national emission standards set by CONAMA, including limits on particulate matter, NOx, and SOx. They may also require environmental licenses from state agencies.