Brazil on the path to sustainability and technological innovation
The energy transition emerges as a fundamental strategy, placing Brazil in a prominent position in the adoption of renewable energy and the promotion of sustainable practices.
PONTE and PATEN Law: foundations for energy sustainability in Brazil
The path to energy sustainability is paved by innovation and proactive legislation. In Brazil, this path takes on definitive contours with the processing of Bill (PL) No. 327 of 2021, known as the National Energy Transition Policy (PONTE), and the attached PL No. 5,174/2023, which establishes the Energy Acceleration Program Energy Transition (PATEN)
Investment in clean energy breaks record with US$ 1.8 trillion in 2023, points out BloombergNEF
In a global scenario marked by geopolitical challenges, high interest rates and cost inflation, investment in clean energy demonstrated impressive resilience, reaching a new record level in 2023.
IEA report reveals how innovation limited the rise in global emissions in 2023
The year 2023 marked a turning point in the fight against climate change, according to the report by the International Energy Agency (IEA). This paper provided a detailed analysis of the current state of global CO2 emissions, highlighting the significant contribution of clean energy growth to limiting the increase in these emissions.
Clean energy, prosperous world and the creation of 40 million new jobs by 2050
The energy transition is a global process aimed at replacing fossil fuels, such as oil, coal, and natural gas, with renewable energy sources, including solar, wind, hydroelectric, among others.
Brazil achieves record carbon reduction with clean energy in a decade
In the Brazilian energy scenario, the year 2023 marked a historic turning point, characterized by the lowest rate of carbon emissions in electrical generation in the last eleven years. This achievement not only highlights Brazil's commitment to global environmental goals, but also highlights the growing influence of renewable sources in the national energy matrix. Driven by a diversified generation model, the country managed to reach a surprising rate, where 93% of the electricity generated comes from renewable sources, including hydroelectric, wind, solar and biomass.
The rise of low-carbon energy sources to meet growing global demand for electricity by 2026
Low-emission energy sources are expanding rapidly to meet growing global demand. By 2025, renewable energy, including solar and wind, is expected to increase its share of global power generation from 29% to 35%.
Brazil advances in energy production from landfill gas
Brazil, according to the Energy Research Company (EPE), had the capacity to produce 21.5 million tons of hydrogen from biogas in 2021, which could supply 21% of global consumption.
Solar energy in Brazil: a sustainable revolution beyond 26 GW
Brazil reaches a historic milestone with 26 GW of installed solar energy capacity, reflecting a robust investment and significant economic impact.
Leadership in biofuels and growth in renewable energy
In 2023, Brazil reaffirmed its leadership position in renewable energy, especially in the biofuels sector, being a global model of sustainability and innovation. This article explores the country's recent achievements, highlighting its crucial role in the global transition to cleaner, more sustainable energy.