Health, Safety and Environment (HSE) in Brazil
Brazil is taking a significant step towards industrial decarbonization with the launch of the Industrial Decarbonization Hub. This initiative, led by the Ministry of Development, Industry, Commerce, and Services (MDIC) in partnership with the United Nations Industrial Development Organization (UNIDO), Read More …
Brazil is leading the way in industrial decarbonization, becoming the first country to receive support from the Industrial Transition Accelerator (ITA). This initiative, announced by the Secretary of Green Economy, Decarbonization, and Bioindustry of the Ministry of Development, Industry, Commerce, Read More …
The Ministry of Science, Technology, and Innovation (MCTI) in Brazil has launched an innovative strategy to evaluate the annual impact of the MOVER Program, which aims to stimulate investments in innovation and enhance the requirements for decarbonizing Brazil’s automotive fleet. Read More …
A session was held in Brazilian Senate to discuss significant advancements in the “Fuel of Future” initiative. The session emphasized that a single solution cannot address the industrialization of Brazil; instead, a combination of policies, incentives, and legal frameworks is Read More …
Industries such as cement, steel, glass, chemicals, aluminum, and pulp and paper are notorious for their high greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions. Often referred to as “hard to abate,” these sectors contribute significantly to Brazil’s industrial emissions, accounting for about 85% Read More …
Brazil’s Ministry of Development, Industry, Trade, and Services (MDIC) has commenced the formulation of a comprehensive plan to decarbonize various industrial sectors. This initiative is part of the broader “Plano Clima” strategy, which seeks to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and Read More …
The Mover Program, initiated by the Ministry of Development, Industry, Commerce, and Services (MDIC) in Brazil, has recently seen a significant expansion with the authorization of 14 new companies. This brings the total number of authorized companies to 69 since Read More …
The recent floods and excessive rainfall affecting the southern region of Brazil serve as a stark reminder of the urgency in developing robust climate change adaptation plans. Beyond emission reduction targets, the Brazilian government is actively constructing strategies to mitigate Read More …
The National Agency of Petroleum, Natural Gas, and Biofuels (ANP) has recently disclosed the compulsory individual targets for fuel distributors in 2024 under the RenovaBio program, Brazil’s National Biofuels Policy. These targets are crucial for promoting sustainable practices and reducing Read More …
The Ministry of Mines and Energy (MME) in Brazil has been actively engaged in fostering a conducive regulatory environment for the country’s energy sector. Recently, MME hosted a significant meeting with representatives from SINAGÊNCIAS (National Union of Regulatory Agencies) to Read More …