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How will the energy sector evolve in Brazil?

Summary and discussion It is well known that the global electricity sector has been witnessing a significant share of innovations together with a high increase in renewable energy, and Brazil is no exception. Decarbonization, Digitalization and Decentralization of the energy sector will be the main three key drivers of the power system evolution.

Does Brazil have a power substation?

Brazil’s national grid operator ONS has increased the capacity to transmit renewable power from Brazil’s Northeast to the rest of the country with the activation of three new transmission lines and a power substation. These assets received operational clearance last week.

Is Brazil ready for a smart grid power system?

Decarbonization, Digitalization and Decentralization are considered the main key drivers for this power system transition and Brazil is no exception to this universal trend. A search of the literature revealed few studies which attempt to address the main challenges and opportunities towards a smart grid power system in Brazil.

Why is hydropower a popular energy source in Brazil?

Hydropower has been the leading Brazilian energy source for electricity generation for several decades. This is due to its economic competitiveness and its potential at the national level.

How does DG work in the Brazilian electricity sector?

DG has been implemented in the Brazilian electricity sector using the net-metering system in which the electricity injected into the grid is valued the same as the electricity consumed from the grid ( ANEEL, 2012a ).

How many power plants are there in Brazil?

Nowadays in Brazil, there are about 250 isolated systems, concentrated in the Northern region, which sums only 1% of the electricity total consumption of the country, but represents around 40% of the territory. Most of these systems are supplied by diesel power plants, with a few examples of generation by natural gas, biomass or small-hydro.