Inside the challenge that could threaten Brazil’s energy in 2027
Brazil faces an energy paradox: despite the record expansion of solar energy, the country runs a concrete risk of a power deficit from 2027 onwards. The alert, based on studies by the National Electric System Operator (ONS) and the Energy Research Company (EPE), points to a critical vulnerability in the early evening. At this time, solar generation abruptly stops while electricity demand peaks, creating an operational challenge known as “ramping.”
