Tecnogera and the Rio 2016 Olympics: A Success Story
Tecnogera had the honor of providing temporary energy solutions for the Rio 2016 Olympics, one of the world’s largest sporting events. With a highly qualified team and state-of-the-art equipment, we ensured continuous power supply across various Olympic venues, contributing to the event’s success and showcasing our ability to handle large-scale projects with excellence and reliability.
How to Avoid Power Issues at Large Events
Power is one of the most critical aspects of organizing large events, yet it’s often one of the most overlooked. A power failure can cause anything from minor inconveniences to a complete event shutdown. This guide covers the essential steps to ensure a stable and secure power supply, including choosing the right supplier, properly sizing generators, correct installation, and contingency planning.
The use of technology in the development of new engines
Technological innovations boost the national industry, making it increasingly competitive against major international players. The power generator industry is no exception. Since the 1970s, when the country’s infrastructure investments encouraged the use of generators, advancements in the sector have been increasingly significant.
Drought in the Northeast Creates Opportunities for the Temporary Energy Sector
After the rainy season ends in the Northeast, local reservoirs continue to have low water storage levels, and the risk of rationing remains high. In this scenario, the Castanhão reservoir, which supplies the greater Fortaleza area in Ceará, is at 5.5% of its capacity, which is 6.7 billion liters of water—a situation deemed critical by the National Water Agency (ANA).
Rainy January leads to increased power supply outages
January 2017 recorded the highest rainfall in the last five years, with over 340mm in just 20 days according to Inmet. While beneficial for reservoirs, storms cause power supply interruptions, impacting businesses and consumers. In 2016, a single storm left over 320,000 customers without power in Porto Alegre. The solution to avoid losses lies in using standby power generators, which automatically activate during supply failures, ensuring operational continuity.
The use of power generators in the water transfer from reservoirs
Since 2012, the northeastern region of Brazil has been experiencing a severe drought. Although dry periods are quite common, the current situation is one of the most severe in the last 30 years, affecting over 33 million people, according to the National Confederation of Municipalities.
Technological Advances and Temporary Power
The supply of power through diesel generators began to strengthen in the 1970s, bolstered by the country’s infrastructure investments at the time. Since then, generators have been key allies in providing power, especially in regions not connected to the National Interconnected System (SIN).
Opportunities in the Temporary Power Market in Argentina
The election of President Mauricio Macri in Argentina not only signals the potential for improved quality of life for its citizens. The rise of a liberal-leaning politician to the highest executive office in Argentina also suggests a more stable macroeconomic environment. One sector exploring the possibilities is temporary power supply, as the neighboring country faces a significant energy deficit.
Temporary Power and the Drought in the Northeast
The water reservoir situation in Northeast Brazil is critical, with low storage levels affecting power generation. With forecasts of little rain, reservoirs like Sobradinho (6.1%), Três Marias (14.4%), and Itaparica (15.5%) are operating at reduced capacity. The water shortage could halt hydroelectric plants and even impact thermoelectric plants, which rely on water for cooling. Emergency solutions such as reservoir transposition, using power generators to power water pumps, become necessary to ensure supply.
Technology for more efficient power generators
The use of temporary power through generators began to increase in the 1970s, a time when Brazil heavily invested in infrastructure. Diesel-powered, these engines were noted for their robustness, but at the cost of high fuel consumption and pollutant emissions. With technological advancements, modern generators have become more efficient, economical, and sustainable, meeting current demands for energy efficiency and reduced environmental impact.