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Is Brazil embracing solar energy?

Brazil isn't just embracing solar energy—it’s revolutionizing its potential in the global energy sector. As we count down to the Solar World Congress 2025 in Fortaleza, let’s dive into Brazil’s solar energy history. Fifteen years ago, no one could have imagined that Brazil would become one of the world’s largest powers in photovoltaic solar energy.

How many solar energy systems will Brazil have by 2024?

The country expects to have 1.2 million solar power generation systems by 2024. With its net-meter policy and decreasing solar energy cost, Brazil's solar energy is anticipated to increase during the forecast period. Brazil is one of the most advanced countries in South America with respect to the development of renewable energies.

Will a fee be applied for solar energy in Brazil?

However, Brazil's electricity regulator, Agência Nacional de Energia Elétrica (ANEEL), proposed to apply a fee for solar systems with up to 5 MW of power generation capacity. Further, installing other renewable energy sources such as wind, hydro, and others is expected to hinder the market's growth during the forecast period.

Does Brazil have a potential for photovoltaic energy?

During the era of isolated systems, some companies began to recognize Brazil’s potential for photovoltaic generation. But it wasn’t only the private sector that became interested in this source—the public sector also began seriously considering the possibility of expanding the electricity matrix with photovoltaic solar energy.