Brazil

Porto Colômbia — 319 MW Hydroelectric

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Porto Colômbia is a 319 MW hydro power plant located in Brazil. View location, capacity, and technical details.

Capacity
319 MW

Installed

Commissioned
1973

Year online

Owner
Companhia Energética de Minas Gerais (CEMIG)

Operator

Location
-20.12, -48.57

Coordinates

Insights

#143
largest in %s
#1,056
largest %s worldwide
#5,910
largest worldwide
1973
%d yrs older than avg
120
operated by %s
41
plants within 100 km

Technical Details

Fuel Type
Hydroelectric
Capacity
319 MW
Commissioned
1973
Status
Operational
Owner
Companhia Energética de Minas Gerais (CEMIG)
Country
Brazil
Coordinates
-20.124, -48.572

Estimated Carbon Footprint

Annual CO₂
26,843 t

tonnes / year

Lifetime CO₂
2.1M t

over ~%d yrs

Intensity
24 g

gCO₂ per kWh

Annual emissions equal to

5,836
cars / year
3,579
homes / year
1.2M
trees to offset

Renewable source — life-cycle emissions only (materials/construction), no direct combustion. Open calculator

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About this plant

Porto Colômbia is a prominent hydroelectric power plant located in Brazil at the coordinates -20.1242° S, -48.5719° W. With a generation capacity of 319.2 MW, this facility plays a vital role in the energy generation framework of the region. Commissioned in 1973, Porto Colômbia utilizes advanced hydro technology, harnessing the flow of water to produce clean and renewable energy. As Brazil continues to prioritize renewable sources of energy, hydroelectric plants like Porto Colômbia are crucial in meeting the demands of a growing population while minimizing environmental impact. The plant significantly contributes to the local grid, providing a stable electricity supply that supports both urban and rural communities. The strategic placement of Porto Colômbia within Brazil’s vast river systems allows it to capitalize on natural water resources, enhancing its operational efficiency and reliability. Moreover, Brazil’s energy policies reflect a commitment to sustainability, with a focus on expanding the share of renewable energy in the national energy mix. As such, Porto Colômbia exemplifies the country’s dedication to leveraging its abundant hydro resources to foster a cleaner and more sustainable energy future.

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