Brazilian green energy storage

What is Brazil's first large-scale energy storage system?

Brazil launched on Thursday its first large-scale energy storage system with a total capacity of 30 MW, power sector regulator Aneel announced.

Will Brazil build 224mwh of battery energy storage capacity by 2025?

Matrix Energia has completed Brazil’s first green debentures issuance worth $18m to build 224MWh of battery energy storage capacity by 2025.

What is green hydrogen & how will it impact Brazil?

As a fuel and an industrial feedstock, green hydrogen will contribute to decarbonizing the world’s energy matrix, acting as a carrier for renewable energy and creating a USD 200 billion investment opportunity in Brazil over the next 20 years.

How much energy does Brazil have?

Brazil has a generating system with installed capacity of more than 150 GW, with most of the energy coming from hydro, due to Brazil’s abundance of powerful rivers. The Brazilian hydroelectric potential is estimated at 172 GW, of which more than 60% has been developed.

Where does Brazil's energy come from?

Brazil ranks seventh on the global list of energy generators, with a current installed capacity of 175 GW in 2021, out of which 85% of its energy comes from renewables – a key requirement for green hydrogen production. When it comes to renewable energy, Brazil is behind only the US and China.

How big is Brazil's electricity sector?

Investments in the Brazilian electricity sector is expected to reach over $100 billion by 2029, including utility-scale generation, distributed generation, transmission, and distribution projects. Brazil’s electricity matrix is one of the cleanest in the world and Brazil is committed to continuing its support for renewable energy projects.