Dardanelos is a significant hydroelectric power generation facility located in Brazil, contributing to the country’s substantial renewable energy portfolio. Commissioned in 2011, this plant boasts a capacity of 261 MW, playing an essential role in the energy landscape of the Amazon region. The facility utilizes dam technology, which harnesses the flow of water to produce electricity sustainably. Situated at coordinates -10.1633 latitude and -59.4642 longitude, Dardanelos enhances the local grid's resilience and supports the increasing demand for electricity in Brazil, a nation that heavily invests in renewable energy sources. The Brazilian government has been pursuing aggressive policies to expand renewable energy capabilities, and hydroelectric power is a cornerstone of this strategy. Dardanelos not only fulfills immediate energy needs but also aligns with Brazil's long-term goals of achieving sustainability and reducing reliance on fossil fuels, making it a key player in the regional energy market.
15 years old
Brazil, South America
- 148. largest of 2,402 plants in Brazil
- #6,536 worldwide by installed capacity
- #1,206 of 8,493 Hydroelectric plants worldwide
- 0.1% of the installed capacity of Brazil
15 years in operation
Hydroelectric fleet average: 42.1 years
Companhia Energética de Minas Gerais (CEMIG) operates 120 plants totalling 9,477 MW
6 plants within 100 km, 41 MW combined
Location
Zero Direct Emissions
Dardanelos is a hydro power plant producing approximately 915 GWh of clean electricity per year with zero direct CO₂ emissions during operation.
Lifecycle emissions: ~24 g CO₂/kWh (manufacturing, transport, decommissioning)
Technical Details
- Primary Fuel Type
- Hydro
- Energy Source
- Renewable
- Country
Brazil- Continent
- South America
- Data Source
- Global Power Plant Database
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