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Hydroelectric plant mitigates CO2 emissions and meets high demand
The Belo Monte Hydroelectric Plant, located in Pará, plays a crucial role in energy security of Brazil, especially at peak consumption times, between 18pm and 22pm. With the recent rise in temperatures, the country has faced a significant increase in energy demand, requiring 91.232 MW daily, a significant increase compared to the 70.827 MW recorded in the previous year.
Impact of El Niño on energy generation
Despite climate challenges, such as the reduction in rainfall in the North due to the El Niño phenomenon, Belo Monte has been fundamental. In the last three days, specifically between 20pm and 21:30pm, the plant supplied an average of 1.782MW of clean energy, enough to serve around 9,5 million people. This contribution is particularly relevant as it avoids the need to use thermal plants, which would have emitted approximately 1.230 tons of CO2.
The increase in temperatures directly impacts the behavior of the National Interconnected System (SIN), intensifying the known consumption peak. The Belo Monte plant appears as a bulwark against this growing demand, offering a sustainable and efficient alternative.
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Belo Monte: balance and sustainability
In addition to helping to avoid the activation of thermal plants, Belo Monte contributes to the balance of the energy system. With the increasing inclusion of intermittent sources, such as solar energy that is not produced at night, the plant has an even more strategic role. It also contributes to the maintenance of the reservoirs of hydroelectric plants in the Southeast, reducing pressure on these sources during periods of high demand.
In short, the Belo Monte Hydroelectric Plant not only ensures energy security of Brazil at critical moments, but it also stands out in the fight against climate change. With its ability to provide clean energy and reduce dependence on polluting sources, it presents itself as a model of sustainability and energy efficiency. The plant is a clear example of how innovation and environmental responsibility can go hand in hand in the search for a greener and more sustainable future.
Source: Maria Eduarda Martinez.
