Health, Safety and Environment (HSE) in Brazil
NR-10 regulates the safety and health of workers who interact with electricity in Brazil. NR-10 was first published in 1978, based on the French standards, and revised four times, in 1983, 2004, 2016 and 2019, to reflect the changes in Read More ...
NR-12 is a Brazilian regulation that establishes minimum requirements for the prevention of accidents and diseases related to the work with machines and equipment of all types. NR-12 was originally issued in 1978, based on articles 184 to 186 of Read More ...
NR-13 establishes the minimum requirements for the management of the structural integrity of boilers, pressure vessels, their interconnection pipes and metal storage tanks, in aspects related to installation, inspection, operation and maintenance, aiming at the safety and health of workers. Read More ...
The Brazil PDE 2034, a strategic plan published by the Ministry of Mines and Energy (MME) in collaboration with the Energy Research Company (EPE), lays out ambitious goals for energy efficiency and renewable energy over the next decade. The plan Read More …
Efforts to combat deforestation in Brazil have made considerable progress in 2024, with significant reductions observed in the Amazon and Cerrado regions. According to recent data from Brazil’s National Institute for Space Research (Inpe), deforestation in the Amazon has dropped Read More …
As part of a plan aligned with the Paris Agreement’s 1.5°C mission, Brazil has set an ambitious climate goal to reduce greenhouse gas emissions by 59-67% by 2035, based on 2005 levels. The newly announced Nationally Determined Contribution (NDC) will Read More …
Brazil is increasingly focusing on nuclear energy to diversify and clean its energy sector, highlighted by the Angra 3 reactor project, which will add over 1,400 megawatts to the national grid. The government aims to utilize its uranium reserves and foster international collaborations to enhance its role in global nuclear energy, ensuring a sustainable future. Read More …
With the rapid rise in motorcycle accidents involving professional riders in Brazil, the Ministry of Labor and Employment (MTE) recently held a crucial hearing focused on addressing and reducing these incidents. Key figures from the government, labor unions, and representatives Read More …
Brazil’s Ministry of Ports and Airports (MPor) has announced the creation of its first-ever Sustainability Policy. The policy, currently open for public consultation, sets the stage for a more environmentally responsible approach to the country’s air, port, and waterway transportation Read More …
The potential of hydrogen as a catalyst for decarbonizing Brazil’s steel industry is gaining attention, with a recent debate hosted by Brazil’s Ministry of Mines and Energy (MME) highlighting the importance of low-carbon hydrogen. The event, part of the H2Brasil Read More …
Brazil’s federal government has launched the Platform for Climate Investment and Ecological Transition (BIP), a new tool designed to attract international green investments for sustainable industrial projects across Brazil. Developed by the Ministries of Finance, Environment, Industry, and Mines, with Read More …
Oil production in Brazil reached a new high in August 2024, with Union-managed production surpassing 89,000 barrels per day (bpd). This growth includes a substantial output from production-sharing contracts and areas under Individualization of Production Agreements (AIPs), strengthening Brazil’s position Read More …
Northeast Brazil has become a beacon of renewable energy, significantly expanding its transmission infrastructure to support the growing production of wind and solar power in the region. The National Electric System Operator (ONS) recently announced the launch of new transmission Read More …