Overview
UG Diesel Granol Bebedouro is a 4.14 MW diesel power plant located in Bebedouro, Brazil. It operates on oil and is currently operational.
UG Diesel Granol Bebedouro is a small-scale diesel power plant located in Bebedouro, São Paulo state, Brazil. With a capacity of 4.14 MW, it serves local energy needs, typical for diesel plants in remote or industrial areas. The plant operates on oil as its primary fuel, a common choice for backup or peaking power in Brazil. It falls under Brazil's national environmental regulations, including CONAMA resolutions for air emissions, and may require licensing from CETESB in São Paulo. Diesel plants like this often use reciprocating engines, which are efficient for small-scale generation. As a diesel facility, UG Diesel Granol Bebedouro contributes to grid stability but has a higher CO2 and pollutant footprint per MWh compared to natural gas or renewables. Its location in an agricultural region suggests it may support local industry or agro-processing, providing essential power where grid connection is limited.
Environmental context
The plant's diesel fuel source results in higher CO2, SOx, and NOx emissions per MWh compared to cleaner alternatives. Its small capacity (4.14 MW) limits overall impact, but proximity to populated areas could raise local air quality concerns. Brazil's regulatory framework, including CONAMA standards, governs emission limits, though enforcement varies. The plant's age and technology (likely reciprocating engines) influence its efficiency and environmental performance.
Frequently asked questions
UG Diesel Granol Bebedouro is located in Bebedouro, São Paulo state, Brazil.
It is a diesel power plant that uses oil as its primary fuel to generate electricity.
The plant has a capacity of 4.14 megawatts (MW).
Diesel power plants in Brazil must comply with CONAMA resolutions for air quality, including limits on SOx, NOx, and particulate matter. State-level agencies like CETESB in São Paulo enforce licensing and monitoring.
As a small diesel plant, it provides peaking power or backup generation, supporting grid stability in the Bebedouro region, especially during high demand or when renewable sources are intermittent.