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YAMADA PÁTIO BELÉM Diesel Power Plant in Belém, Brazil

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Overview

YAMADA PÁTIO BELÉM is a 1.025 MW diesel power plant located in Belém, Brazil. It operates on oil and is currently operational.

YAMADA PÁTIO BELÉM is a small-scale diesel power plant located in Belém, Brazil. With a capacity of 1.025 MW, it falls into the small-scale category for power generation facilities. The plant is currently operational and serves the local energy needs. The plant uses oil as its primary fuel, which is typical for diesel power plants in Brazil. Diesel plants are often used for backup or peak-load generation due to their flexibility. Brazil's power generation sector is regulated by national standards, including environmental licensing requirements from IBAMA and state agencies. Smaller plants like this may have less stringent permitting than large-scale facilities. As a small diesel plant, YAMADA PÁTIO BELÉM likely provides localized power support, possibly for industrial or commercial use in the Belém area. Its environmental impact is relatively limited due to its small capacity, though diesel combustion emits CO2 and local pollutants. The plant contributes to grid stability in the region.

Environmental context

The plant's small capacity of 1.025 MW means its emissions are relatively low compared to larger fossil fuel plants. However, diesel combustion produces CO2, SOx, and NOx, which can affect local air quality. Belém is a major city in the Amazon region, so proximity to sensitive ecosystems may be a consideration. Older diesel engines may have higher emission rates.

Frequently asked questions

YAMADA PÁTIO BELÉM is located in Belém, Brazil, at coordinates -1.453200, -48.485300.

The plant has a capacity of 1.025 MW, making it a small-scale diesel power plant.

The plant uses oil as its primary fuel, which is typical for diesel power plants.

Diesel power plants in Brazil must comply with environmental licensing from IBAMA and state agencies, including air emission standards and waste management requirements.

As a small diesel plant, it likely provides backup or peak-load power, supporting grid stability in the Belém area.
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