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Neoenergia signs agreement with Rio de Janeiro government for offshore wind power exploration
March 28, 2024
Brazilian utility company Neoenergia SA has entered into an agreement with the government of Rio de Janeiro state to explore offshore wind power projects. The MoU outlines plans for conducting studies on offshore wind generation in the state’s coastal region. Source: Renewables Now
Petrobras explores potential of natural hydrogen
March 28, 2024
Petrobras, Brazil’s state-owned oil company, is exploring the potential of natural hydrogen as a cost-effective and low-emission alternative for clean hydrogen production. Source: Hydrogen Insight
Scatec ASA launched operation at 531 MW solar farm in Brazil
March 14, 2024
Norwegian renewable energy company Scatec ASA commenced commercial operation of the 531 MW Mendubim solar farm in the Brazilian state of Rio Grande do Norte. Source: Renewables Now
Hyundai Motor announces US$1.1 billion investment in Brazil for green technology
February 29, 2024
Hyundai Motor is set to invest over US$1.1 billion in Brazil by 2032, focusing on technology for hybrid, electric, and green hydrogen cars Source: Reuters
Casa dos Ventos unveils US$2.4 billion investment plan in renewable energy and green hydrogen ventures
February 29, 2024
Brazilian renewable energy developer, Casa dos Ventos, plans to invest over US$2.4 billion in renewable energy assets by 2026. The company is currently exploring opportunities in green hydrogen, particularly targeting the domestic steel and fertilizer industries. They are currently engaged in a project at the Pecem Industrial Complex in Ceara state to produce green hydrogen […]
Gerdau and Newave Energia break ground on 420 MWp solar park in Minas Gerais
February 29, 2024
Brazilian steel producer Gerdau and local renewable power producer, Newave Energia, have begun construction on the Arinos Solar Park, a 420 MWp solar project in Minas Gerais state. The park will require a total investment of US$302 million. Source: Renewables Now
Statkraft inaugurates 519 MW wind complex in Brazil
February 15, 2024
Statkraft AS recently inaugurated the Ventos de Santa Eugenia wind complex in Brazil. The complex has a total capacity of 519 MW. Additionally, plans are in place to incorporate a 163 MW solar farm into the project, making it one of Brazil’s pioneering hybrid energy initiatives Source: Renewables Now
Petrobras and SENAI-ER forge alliance to study green hydrogen with pilot plant
February 15, 2024
Petrobras and SENAI-ER are teaming up to construct a pilot electrolysis plant in Brazil to study the green hydrogen value chain. With a three-year investment of around US$18 million, Petrobras aims to analyze the performance of microturbines and assess structural integrity using hydrogen and natural gas mixtures. Source: Renewables Now
Parana State to invest in 4.5 MW solar projects to power rural development
February 15, 2024
Parana state in Brazil has announced a US$2.9 million investment to establish six solar projects with a total capacity of 4.5 MW. These PV parks will supply solar power to all 412 units of the Rural Development Institute of Parana. Source: Renewables Now