Overview
Mauá is a 552.6 MW diesel power plant in Brazil, operating on oil. It serves the national grid with medium-scale capacity.
Mauá is a diesel power plant located in Brazil, operating with a capacity of 552.6 MW. The facility uses oil as its primary fuel and is currently operational, contributing to the country's power generation mix. The plant operates under Brazil's national environmental regulations, which include emission standards for SOx, NOx, and particulate matter. Diesel and oil-fired plants in Brazil are subject to licensing requirements and air quality controls, though specific permits for this facility are not detailed. As a medium-to-large capacity plant, Mauá plays a role in supporting grid stability, particularly in regions where hydroelectric power may be less reliable during dry periods. Its operation contributes to the diversification of Brazil's energy matrix, which is heavily reliant on hydropower.
Environmental context
The plant's use of oil as fuel results in higher CO2, SOx, and NOx emissions compared to natural gas or renewables. Its location in Brazil, a country with strong hydropower resources, means it may operate primarily during peak demand or dry seasons.
Frequently asked questions
The Mauá power plant is located in Brazil, with coordinates approximately 2.6°S, 60.3°W, in the state of Amazonas.
The Mauá diesel power plant has a capacity of 552.6 megawatts (MW), making it a medium-to-large scale facility in Brazil.
The Mauá power plant uses oil as its primary fuel, classified as a diesel power plant.
Oil-fired power plants in Brazil must comply with national emission standards for SOx, NOx, and particulate matter, enforced by environmental agencies like IBAMA. They require operating licenses and may need to implement pollution control technologies.
Brazil's energy mix is dominated by hydropower, but thermal plants like Mauá provide backup during dry periods and help meet peak demand, ensuring grid reliability.