Overview
CURAUMA is a 2.5 MW diesel power plant in Chile, operated by TECNORED. The facility uses oil as its primary fuel and is currently operational.
CURAUMA is a diesel power plant located in Chile, operated by TECNORED. With a capacity of 2.5 MW, it is a small-scale facility within the country's power generation sector. The plant uses oil as its primary fuel, typical for diesel power plants that provide flexible and dispatchable electricity. Chile's power generation sector is regulated by the Ministry of Energy and the National Energy Commission (CNE). The country has been diversifying its energy mix, with increasing shares of renewables, but diesel plants like CURAUMA still play a role in providing backup and peaking power, especially in isolated grids or during periods of high demand. The plant's small capacity and diesel fuel type result in a moderate environmental footprint per unit of electricity generated. Its operational status indicates it contributes to local grid stability, though its specific role in the region's energy supply is not detailed. The facility operates under Chile's environmental regulations, which include emissions standards for stationary sources.
Environmental context
The CURAUMA plant uses oil as fuel, which results in CO2, SOx, and NOx emissions. Its small capacity of 2.5 MW limits its overall environmental impact compared to larger fossil fuel plants. Chile's environmental regulations, including emissions standards for thermal power plants, apply to this facility.
Frequently asked questions
The CURAUMA power plant is located in Chile, with coordinates approximately 33.1291° S, 71.5570° W.
The CURAUMA power plant has a capacity of 2.5 megawatts (MW), making it a small-scale diesel power plant.
The CURAUMA power plant is owned and operated by TECNORED.
The CURAUMA power plant uses oil as its primary fuel, which is typical for diesel power plants.
Diesel power plants in Chile are subject to emissions standards set by the Ministry of the Environment, including limits on particulate matter, SOx, and NOx. They must also comply with the country's climate change commitments and may require environmental impact assessments.