Overview
Shopping Porto Velho is a 4.015 MW diesel power plant in Brazil. It provides backup or primary power to the shopping center, operating on oil fuel.
Shopping Porto Velho is a diesel power plant located in Porto Velho, Brazil, with a capacity of 4.015 MW. It is classified as a small-scale power generation facility, typical for commercial or industrial backup power in the region. The plant is operational and serves the energy needs of the shopping center. As a diesel-fired plant, it operates on oil fuel, which is common for emergency or peak-load generation in Brazil. The facility's capacity is modest, reflecting its role in local power supply rather than grid-scale generation. Brazil's power sector is regulated by ANEEL, with environmental oversight from IBAMA, and diesel plants must comply with emission standards for SOx, NOx, and particulate matter. The plant's location in Porto Velho, a city in the Amazon region, highlights its role in providing reliable power in an area where grid connectivity may be limited. Its operation contributes to the local economy by ensuring uninterrupted commercial activity at the shopping center.
Environmental context
The plant's use of diesel fuel results in higher CO2 emissions per MWh compared to natural gas or renewable sources. Its location in an urban area may pose local air quality concerns, though the small capacity limits overall impact. Brazil's environmental regulations require monitoring of emissions and compliance with national standards.
Frequently asked questions
Shopping Porto Velho is located in Porto Velho, Brazil, at coordinates -8.758, -63.8945.
It is a diesel power plant, using oil as its primary fuel, with a capacity of 4.015 MW.
The plant has a capacity of 4.015 megawatts (MW), making it a small-scale power generation facility.
Diesel power plants in Brazil must comply with emission standards set by CONAMA, including limits on SOx, NOx, and particulate matter, and are subject to licensing by environmental agencies.
As a small diesel plant, it likely provides backup or supplementary power to the shopping center, ensuring reliable electricity supply in case of grid outages.