Overview
IGW/Service Energy is a 2.8 MW gas power plant in São Paulo, Brazil. It operates under Brazil's national energy regulations and contributes to the local grid.
IGW/Service Energy is a gas-fired power generation facility located in São Paulo, Brazil. With a capacity of 2.825 MW, it is a small-scale plant within the Brazilian power sector, which relies heavily on hydroelectricity but also includes thermal and renewable sources. The plant operates on natural gas, a fuel that offers lower emissions compared to coal or oil. It is subject to Brazil's environmental licensing and emission standards, enforced by agencies like IBAMA and state-level bodies. The facility's small capacity suggests it may serve local industrial or commercial needs rather than large-scale grid supply. As a gas power plant in an urban area, IGW/Service Energy contributes to energy diversification and grid stability. Its operational status indicates ongoing service, supporting São Paulo's energy demand while complying with national regulations for air quality and emissions.
Environmental context
Located in São Paulo, one of Brazil's most populous cities, the plant's gas-fired operation produces lower CO2, SOx, and NOx compared to coal or oil plants. Its small capacity minimizes local air quality impact, but proximity to urban areas requires adherence to strict emission controls under Brazilian environmental law.
Frequently asked questions
IGW/Service Energy is located in São Paulo, Brazil, at coordinates 23.544° S, 46.6265° W.
The plant has a capacity of 2.825 megawatts (MW), making it a small-scale gas power plant.
IGW/Service Energy operates on natural gas, a cleaner-burning fossil fuel compared to coal or oil.
Gas power plants in Brazil must comply with federal environmental licensing (CONAMA resolutions) and emission standards set by IBAMA, as well as state-level air quality regulations.
As a small gas plant in São Paulo, it provides localized power generation, supporting grid stability and meeting industrial or commercial energy needs.