Brazil

Jaguara — 424 MW Hydroelectric

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Jaguara is a 424 MW hydro power plant located in Brazil. View location, capacity, and technical details.

Capacity
424 MW

Installed

Commissioned
1971

Year online

Owner
Furnas Centrais Elétricas S.A.

Operator

Location
-20.02, -47.43

Coordinates

Insights

#104
largest in %s
#826
largest %s worldwide
#5,083
largest worldwide
1971
%d yrs older than avg
7
operated by %s
35
plants within 100 km

Technical Details

Fuel Type
Hydroelectric
Capacity
424 MW
Commissioned
1971
Status
Operational
Owner
Furnas Centrais Elétricas S.A.
Country
Brazil
Coordinates
-20.023, -47.434

Estimated Carbon Footprint

Annual CO₂
35,657 t

tonnes / year

Lifetime CO₂
2.9M t

over ~%d yrs

Intensity
24 g

gCO₂ per kWh

Annual emissions equal to

7,751
cars / year
4,754
homes / year
1.6M
trees to offset

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

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About this plant

Jaguara is a notable hydroelectric power generation facility located in Brazil, with a capacity of 424 MW. Commissioned in 1971, this power plant plays a vital role in the country’s renewable energy strategy, utilizing advanced dam-based hydro technology to convert the energy of flowing water into electricity. Positioned at coordinates -20.0231, -47.4344, Jaguara is strategically situated along the Rio Grande, enhancing the regional grid and providing reliable power to local communities. The plant’s operation is essential in supporting Brazil’s energy needs, especially as the country increasingly focuses on diversifying its energy sources and reducing its reliance on fossil fuels. The hydroelectric generation technology employed at Jaguara allows for efficient energy production, contributing to Brazil’s ambitious goals for clean energy and sustainability. As energy policies evolve to support renewable initiatives, facilities like Jaguara remain crucial in ensuring grid stability while promoting environmental conservation. This power plant not only meets current energy demands but also exemplifies Brazil’s commitment to a greener and more sustainable energy future.

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