Jataí is a 105 MW biomass power plant located in Brazil, commissioned in 2013. It operates on biomass fuel and contributes to Brazil's renewable energy generation capacity. Jataí ranks as the 21st largest biomass plant in Brazil. With 105 MW, it represents 0.83% of Brazil's total biomass capacity of 12,644 MW. Brazil has 425 biomass plants with a combined capacity of 12,644 MW. Compared to the largest biomass plant, Klabin Celulose at 330 MW, Jataí is roughly one-third the size. Biomass is an important component of Brazil's energy mix, accounting for approximately 5% of the country's total electricity generation. The facility utilizes agricultural residues, aligning with Brazil's strategy to enhance renewable energy sources. Jataí is situated in the Central-West region, approximately 600 km from Brasília.
13 years old
Brazil, South America
- 272. largest of 2,402 plants in Brazil
- #9,797 worldwide by installed capacity
- #62 of 1,487 Biomass plants worldwide
- 0.04% of the installed capacity of Brazil
13 years in operation
Biomass fleet average: 20.5 years
Energias do Brasil operates 58 plants totalling 2,512 MW
5 plants within 100 km, 137 MW combined
Location
Estimates based on Biomass emission factor (230 g CO₂/kWh) and capacity factor (65%). Actual emissions may vary based on operating conditions, efficiency, and fuel quality.
Technical Details
- Primary Fuel Type
- Biomass
- Energy Source
- Renewable
- Country
Brazil- Continent
- South America
- Data Source
- Global Power Plant Database
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