Wind Generation in Brazil Reaches New Records in 2023
The first days of the second half of 2023 were marked by records in wind power generation in Brazil. According to data from the National Electric System Operator (ONS), the production of energy from this renewable source reached unprecedented rates in the country, consolidating the commitment to the expansion of clean and renewable energies. On day 4 […]
Brazil: National Electricity Consumption Continues to Grow
National electricity consumption reached 43,181 GWh in May 2023, registering a growth of 2.7% compared to the same month of the previous year. Once again, the residential class was the main driver of the increase, with an increase of 6.4%, followed by the commercial (+3.3%) and industrial classes (+1.6%). Throughout the […]
Distributed Generation Exceeds Full-Year 2023 Projections
Distributed generation (DG) of electricity is on the rise in Brazil and projections for the year 2023 are quite optimistic. According to experts, the sector should surpass the 21.6 GW installed mark, consolidating itself as an important source of energy in the country. The first six months of the year were marked […]
Total Energy Market Opening Has 94% of Public Approval
A consulta pública realizada pelo Ministério de Minas e Energia acerca da abertura total do mercado de energia elétrica para consumidores de baixa tensão, tanto em áreas rurais quanto urbanas, obteve um índice de aprovação de 94%. A medida prevê que, até janeiro de 2028, todos os consumidores possam escolher livremente o fornecedor de energia […]
Generators that did not start operating are granted amnesty by ANEEL
The National Electric Energy Agency (ANEEL) approved the amnesty process for generators that won the energy generation concession, as well as the signing of the Transmission System Use Contracts (CUST) for energy flow, including those that were unable to enter into commercial operation. The decision, taken without decision-making costs, provides for […]
