Usina Hidrelétrica de Queimado— 105 MW Hydroelectric
Usina Hidrelétrica de Queimado is a 105 MW hydroelectric power plant located in Brazil. It is part of the country's extensive hydroelectric network and contributes to its energy supply. This facility ranks as the 149th largest hydro plant in Brazil, representing approximately 0.06% of the country's total hydro capacity of 180,234 MW. Brazil has 720 hydro plants with a combined capacity of 180,234 MW. Compared to the largest hydro plant, Itaipu Dam at 14,000 MW, Usina Hidrelétrica de Queimado is 1/133rd the size. Hydropower is a dominant energy source in Brazil, accounting for around 60% of the country's electricity generation. The vast river systems and favorable geography make Brazil ideal for hydroelectric projects. Usina Hidrelétrica de Queimado is situated in the central-western region of Brazil, contributing to local and national energy needs.
Brazil, South America
- 272. largest of 2,402 plants in Brazil
- #9,797 worldwide by installed capacity
- #2,235 of 8,493 Hydroelectric plants worldwide
- 0.04% of the installed capacity of Brazil
Companhia Energética de Minas Gerais operates 32 plants totalling 4,558 MW
15 plants within 100 km, 403 MW combined
Source: OpenStreetMap
Location
Zero Direct Emissions
Usina Hidrelétrica de Queimado is a hydro power plant producing approximately 368 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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