Brazil

Suzano Maranhão Thermal Power Plant — 255 MW Natural Gas

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Suzano Maranhão Thermal Power Plant is a 255 MW gas power plant located in Brazil. View location, capacity, and technical details.

Capacity
255 MW

Installed

Commissioned
2014

Year online

Owner
Suzano Papel e Celulose

Operator

Location
-5.42, -47.57

Coordinates

Insights

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#2,421
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2014
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Technical Details

Fuel Type
Natural Gas
Capacity
255 MW
Commissioned
2014
Status
Operational
Owner
Suzano Papel e Celulose
Country
Brazil
Coordinates
-5.417, -47.565
Wikipedia
Link

Carbon Footprint

Annual CO₂
492,553 t

tonnes / year

Lifetime CO₂
14,776,587 t

over ~30 yrs

Intensity
490 g

Est. gCO2/kWh

Annual emissions equivalent to

107,077
cars per year
65,674
homes per year
22,388,768
trees to offset

Indicative estimate from standard life-cycle emission and capacity factors — not a measured figure. Open calculator

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About this plant

The Suzano Maranhão Thermal Power Plant is a significant energy generation facility located in Brazil, contributing to the country’s diverse energy mix. With a capacity of 255 MW, this gas-fired power plant plays a crucial role in providing reliable electricity to the local grid. Situated at coordinates -5.4167, -47.5653, this facility is strategically positioned to support the energy needs of Maranhão and surrounding regions. Brazil has been increasingly focusing on diversifying its energy sources, with natural gas becoming an integral part of its energy strategy. The Suzano Maranhão Thermal Power Plant utilizes advanced gas turbine technology, which allows for efficient energy generation while minimizing emissions. As part of Brazil’s transition to cleaner energy, this facility is a key player in reducing dependency on more carbon-intensive fossil fuels. The operational context of the plant aligns with Brazil’s national energy policy, which emphasizes sustainability and the development of natural gas as a pivotal energy source. By harnessing gas technology, the Suzano Maranhão Thermal Power Plant not only meets immediate energy demands but also supports the long-term goal of transitioning to a more sustainable energy future for Brazil.

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