Health, Safety and Environment (HSE) in Brazil
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 …
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 …
Brazil’s industrial landscape is set to expand with the approval of several major projects across its Export Processing Zones (ZPEs). The National Council for Export Processing Zones (CZPE) recently greenlit four key ventures, aimed at boosting export-oriented production, sustainable energy, Read More …
Brazil has taken a significant step towards becoming the world’s leading green energy power with the recent sanctioning of the “Fuels of the Future” law by President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva. This groundbreaking initiative, led by the Ministry of Read More …
The Brazilian Development Bank (BNDES) has taken a significant step toward boosting Brazil’s strategic mineral industry by launching the Critical Minerals Fund. This initiative, supported by the Ministry of Mines and Energy (MME), aims to foster research, development, and operational Read More …
The recent approval of Low-Carbon Hydrogen Development Program (PHBC), sanctioned by President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva and Vice-President Geraldo Alckmin, marks a pivotal step in Brazil ‘s energy transition and global leadership in the low-carbon economy. This initiative underscores Read More …
In a significant step toward green energy and sustainability, the Brazilian government has announced a new public call for business plans focused on the development of sustainable aviation and maritime fuels. The initiative, by various government ministries including Science, Technology, Read More …
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’s Minister of Mines and Energy, Alexandre Silveira, has announced substantial investments to boost green hydrogen production in the country. During his visit to Spain’s Puertollano Hydrogen Plant, Silveira secured R$ 30 million for a pioneering green hydrogen (H2V) project Read More …
In 2023, Brazil achieved a significant milestone in its energy sector, with renewable energy sources comprising 49.1% of the national energy matrix. This increase from 45% in 2021, as detailed in the National Energy Balance (BEN) 2024 report by the Read More …