Brazil

Usina Hidreletrica de Chavantes — 414 MW Hydroelectric

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Usina Hidreletrica de Chavantes is a 414 MW hydro power plant located in Brazil. View location, capacity, and technical details.

Capacity
414 MW

Installed

Commissioned
1959

Year online

Owner
Companhia Energética de São Paulo (CESP)

Operator

Location
-23.13, -49.73

Coordinates

Insights

#106
largest in Brazil
#846
largest Hydroelectric worldwide
#5,159
largest worldwide
1959
25 yrs older than avg
27
operated by Companhia Energética de…
31
plants within 100 km

Technical Details

Fuel Type
Hydroelectric
Capacity
414 MW
Commissioned
1959
Status
Operational
Owner
Companhia Energética de São Paulo (CESP)
Country
Brazil
Coordinates
-23.128, -49.733

Estimated Carbon Footprint

Annual CO₂
34,816 t

tonnes / year

Lifetime CO₂
2,785,260 t

over ~80 yrs

Intensity
24 g

gCO₂ per kWh

Annual emissions equal to

7,569
cars / year
4,642
homes / year
1,582,534
trees to offset

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

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About this plant

Usina Hidrelétrica de Chavantes is a prominent hydroelectric power generation facility situated in Brazil, with coordinates of -23.1283, -49.7331. Since its commissioning in 1959, this power plant has established itself as a vital component of Brazil’s energy landscape, boasting a capacity of 414 MW. The facility employs traditional hydroelectric generation technology, utilizing the flow of water to generate electricity efficiently and sustainably. Located on the Paranapanema River, the Usina Hidrelétrica de Chavantes is strategically positioned to harness the region’s abundant water resources, thus playing an essential role in supplying energy to the local grid. The Brazilian government has long prioritized hydroelectric power as a key element of its energy policy, aiming to reduce reliance on fossil fuels and promote renewable energy sources. In this context, the Chavantes hydro plant not only contributes significantly to the energy supply but also supports the country’s commitment to sustainable energy practices. The operational efficiency and renewable nature of hydroelectricity make Usina Hidrelétrica de Chavantes a cornerstone of Brazil’s energy strategy, contributing to the stability and sustainability of the national grid.

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