The Brazilian unit of the Portuguese electric group EDP Energias de Portugal SA plans to invest BRL 450 million to expand and modernize the power transmission lines and substations. EDP’s investment will create the conditions to meet the growing demand from data centers, high-tech industries, and the agribusiness sector. This planned investment is also part […]
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Recently, Ecopetrol announced that through its subsidiary Ecopetrol Investments do Brasil Ltda, it has completed the acquisition of a controlling interest equal to 51% of the voting capital share of Brava Energia. This acquisition strengthens the position of a major regional economy company in the oil and gas markets. The transaction also gives Ecopetrol exposure
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Neoenergia is mobilizing schools for the 2026 National Energy Efficiency Olympiad (ONEE) to help students and more people understand the importance of energy efficiency and sustainability. This initiative can contribute to Brazil’s long-term electricity-sector efficiency by building consumer awareness and strengthening collaborations between utilities and communities. Communities will learn how electricity is generated, distributed, and
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Alumina is a substance utilized in electrical transmission and distribution, renewable energy devices, construction, and industrial machinery. The aluminum production, energy infrastructure, and low-carbon industrial development are interconnected in Brazil’s refining industry. The country’s renewable energy sources offer a chance to lower the carbon intensity of alumina manufacturing. Nonetheless, alumina output in the nation was
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Siemens Energy and SBM Offshore recently selected Siemens Energy to supply recently selected by SBM Offshore to provide power generation and gas compression systems for Petrobras’ platforms in Brazil’s Sergipe-Alagoas basin. The equipment will be installed on floating production, storage, and offloading (FPSO) vessels serving two platforms, P-81 and P-87. Both of these FPSOs will
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Brazil’s energy storage market is transitioning from a demonstration-focused industry to a sustainable and operational sector. An increasing number of developers, utility firms, industrial clients, and renewable energy businesses are putting money into extensive battery storage to enhance grid dependability and incorporate renewable energy sources. The rise in orders for battery systems indicates the increasing
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Aurora’s modelling shows that a strong El Nino event in late 2026 could drive total curtailment in Brazil to 25%, with solar PV curtailment reaching 40% and onshore wind 21%. This event could worsen renewable energy curtailment and affect grid integration challenges. The increasing renewable capacity has outpaced investments in transmission infrastructure. Additionally, connecting these
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As Vaca Muerta continues to grow, its potential could help reshape Argentina’s economy by transforming the country into energy exporters. Vaca Muerta represents a strategic opportunity for Argentina to generate significant foreign currency, strengthen its trade balance, stabilize the peso, and improve fiscal sustainability. The country often struggles with shortages of foreign currency, which contribute
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Argentina’s distributed solar capacity grew from 118.6 MW at the end of 2025 to 159.5 MW in 2026. The country added 40.9 MW of distributed generation capacity in the first half of 2026. This growth reflects the growing role of distributed renewable energy, including solar PV systems. Distributed generation reduces dependence on centralized power plants
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Argentina has high potential and resources for solar energy generation, especially in the Andes and Cauchari regions. Mundo Marino covers 80% of its electricity demand with renewable energy from the El Quemado Solar Park in Mendoza. The solar park has an installed capacity of 305 MW and represents 11% of the country’s solar power. With
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