UHE Governador Pedro Viriato Parigot de Souza— 260 MW Hydroelectric
The UHE Governador Pedro Viriato Parigot de Souza is a prominent hydroelectric power generation facility situated in Brazil, with a capacity of 260 MW. Operated by Copel, this power plant has been an integral part of Brazil's energy infrastructure since its commissioning in 1971. The plant harnesses the power of flowing water, utilizing a dam system to generate electricity, which is a hallmark of hydroelectric technology. Located at coordinates -25.2518, -48.7736, it plays a significant role in the local energy grid, providing a stable and renewable source of energy that supports regional development. Brazil's commitment to renewable energy is reflected in its extensive use of hydroelectric power, which constitutes a major portion of the country's energy generation mix. The UHE Governador Pedro Viriato Parigot de Souza not only contributes to meeting local energy demand but also supports national goals of sustainability and energy security, reinforcing the importance of renewable resources in the country's overall energy strategy.
55 years old
Brazil, South America
- 149. largest of 2,402 plants in Brazil
- #6,549 worldwide by installed capacity
- #1,209 of 8,493 Hydroelectric plants worldwide
- 0.1% of the installed capacity of Brazil
55 years in operation
Hydroelectric fleet average: 42.1 years
Copel operates 6 plants totalling 2,421 MW
24 plants within 100 km, 1,843 MW combined
Nearest plant: Governador Pedro Viriato Parigot de Souza (Capivari/Cachoeira) (16.1 km)
Source: OpenStreetMap
Location
Zero Direct Emissions
UHE Governador Pedro Viriato Parigot de Souza is a hydro power plant producing approximately 911 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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