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New agreement between Brazil and Uruguay promises to transform energy exchange with a more powerful transmission line, increasing capacity to 525 kV, reducing the risk of blackouts and allowing greater export of surplus electricity!
Brazil and Uruguay have just taken an important step in energy cooperation. The new agreement, signed in Montevideo, promises a more efficient exchange of electricity between the two countries, with a more robust and secure infrastructure. But what does this change in practice? How could this decision impact the energy sector on both sides? Let's take a closer look.
A new milestone in energy cooperation
The big change is at the point of delivery of the energy. Now, transmission will be done by the Candiota II substation, in Rio Grande do Sul, which has a capacity of 525 kV. For comparison purposes, until now the energy passed through the Presidente Médici substation, which operates at 230 kV. In other words, we are talking about a considerable increase in the flow capacity.
With a more powerful transmission line, Brazil will be able to export more surplus energy to Uruguay, making better use of its thermoelectric and hydroelectric generation. On the other hand, Uruguayans will have a more stable and reliable supply. In practice, this means less risk of blackouts and greater efficiency in the use of energy.
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In addition to allowing a greater volume of energy to circulate between countries, the new line brings greater security to the system. Energy exchange becomes more stable, with a lower risk of interruptions. For the end consumer, both in Brazil and Uruguay, this can mean a more reliable supply and even reduced costs in the long term.
The importance of physical interconnection
For this change to actually come into operation, it is necessary to ensure the connection between the Candiota and Candiota II substations. The Ministry of Mines and Energy (MME) has already confirmed that it will take all necessary steps to ensure that this interconnection is implemented as quickly as possible.
This process involves technical adjustments and investments to adapt the electrical infrastructure. The good news is that this physical interconnection will be the last step necessary to enable the new flow of energy between the countries.
For Brazil, this change means more flexibility in energy exports, which optimizes the use of available resources. For Uruguay, the advantage lies in the guarantee of a more predictable and secure supply. It is one of those agreements where everyone wins.
The role of eneva and the marketing bid
Another interesting aspect of this new scenario is the entry of Eneva and Bid Comercializadora into the energy import and export market. These companies were authorized by the government to negotiate electricity not only with Uruguay, but also with Argentina.
According to Eixos, the permits were published in the Official Gazette and are accompanied by clear rules. The operations of these companies cannot, under any circumstances, compromise the security of the National Interconnected System (SIN). In other words, all sales must be made without affecting the internal supply.
FOR ensure that everything goes according to plan, Eneva and Bid Comercializadora must comply with a series of requirements, such as registering with the Electric Energy Trading Chamber (CCEE) and paying the regulatory fees established by the National Electric Energy Agency (Aneel). In this way, the market expands, but without putting the stability of the system at risk.
The future of energy integration in South America
This agreement is a major step forward, but it may be just the beginning. Energy integration between Brazil and Uruguay paves the way for new partnerships in the region. And, let's face it, a more interconnected electrical system brings benefits not only to the countries involved, but to all of South America.
If this new energy exchange model proves to be efficient, there is nothing stopping the two countries from expanding cooperation. This could involve increasing the capacity of transmission lines or even exploring new sources of renewable energy, such as wind and solar power.
The future of energy integration in South America depends on a number of factors, including investment, political stability and demand for electricity. But one thing is certain: agreements like this show that cooperation between neighboring countries is a promising path to ensuring a safer, more efficient and sustainable energy supply.
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