power generation plants

[ˈpaʊər ˌdʒenəˈreɪʃən plænts]
nounpl: power generation plants
usinas de geração de energia
1. Industrial facilities that convert various energy sources into electrical power for distribution to consumers
The country is investing in renewable power generation plants to reduce carbon emissions.
O país está investindo em usinas de geração de energia renovável para reduzir as emissões de carbono.
2. Physical infrastructure and equipment designed to produce electricity from fuel, water, wind, or solar sources
Modern power generation plants operate with advanced technology and automation systems.
As modernas usinas de geração de energia operam com sistemas de tecnologia avançada e automação.
3. Facilities that supply electrical energy to the grid serving residential, commercial, and industrial consumers
The aging power generation plants need significant upgrades to meet current energy demands.
As envelhecidas usinas de geração de energia precisam de atualizações significativas para atender à demanda energética atual.
In Brazil, the energy sector is crucial to national infrastructure, with significant investment in both hydroelectric and renewable energy plants. The term 'usinas de geração de energia' is widely understood in business, government, and public discourse. Portugal uses the term 'centrais de produção' more commonly. In the USA, there is growing emphasis on transitioning from coal and natural gas plants to renewable energy sources, reflecting climate change concerns.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
power stationsgenerating stationselectrical generation facilitieselectricity generation plants
Antonyms / Antônimos
power consumerselectricity users

Regional Variations

General Brazilian Portuguese
usinas de geração de energia
Most common and formal term used throughout Brazil
Brazil - Technical/Engineering
usinas geradoras
Abbreviated technical term used in energy industry
São Paulo
plantas de geração de energia
Alternative phrasing using 'plantas', common in industrial contexts
Portugal
centrais de produção de energia
Portuguese European preference for 'centrais' instead of 'usinas'

Related Words

thermal power plantshydroelectric plantswind farmssolar installationsnuclear reactorsenergy gridturbinesgenerators

Related Idioms & Phrases

increase power generation capacity
decommission power plants
grid-connected power generation
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