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The small city of Juazeiro has been investing in solar energy and has become a reference in sustainability in the semi-arid region of Bahia.
In the heart of the semi-arid northeast, Juazeiro, in Bahia, is leading a historic economic and environmental transformation by investing on a large scale in solar energy. With large-scale projects and innovative solutions in the countryside and in the city, the municipality is consolidating itself as a national reference in sustainability and clean energy generation.
Clean energy drives regional development
Juazeiro's rise as a solar energy powerhouse has redefined the city's economic profile.
Far beyond the traditional irrigated fruit farming on the banks of the São Francisco River, the municipality is now reaping the rewards of policies and investments aimed at generating renewable energy.
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The main showcase of this transformation is the Futura I Solar Complex, inaugurated in 2023, with an impressive 837 MWp of installed capacity.
The structure, one of the largest in Latin America, can supply up to 1,7 million people with clean energy.
In addition to the positive environmental impact, the project generated jobs and strengthened the local economy with new production chains in the energy sector.
Agrovoltaics: agriculture and solar energy side by side
Juazeiro also became a pioneer in the use of agrovoltaic systems, which combine agriculture with solar energy generation.
The technique, adopted by institutions such as the Entre Solos Institute, allows food to be grown under solar panels, reducing water use and maximizing soil use.
This solution has proven to be efficient for arid regions such as the semi-arid region of Bahia, promoting food security and energy independence for small producers.
Famous for its exports of fruits such as mangoes and grapes, Juazeiro in Bahia now adds the sustainability seal to its production.
Solar energy has been adopted in irrigation and refrigeration processes, increasing production efficiency and adding value to products on the international market.
Local companies are investing in solar technologies to reduce operating costs and increase the global competitiveness of the region's agricultural production.
Homes and businesses enter the solar age
Solar energy is also becoming increasingly accessible to homes and small businesses in Juazeiro.
With local companies offering viable and cost-effective solutions, the city has seen growth in the installation of photovoltaic systems on rooftops, directly contributing to reducing dependence on the traditional electricity grid and stimulating the domestic economy.
With a clear policy to encourage clean energy, Juazeiro proves that it is possible to combine technological innovation, environmental preservation and economic development.
The city in Bahia stands out as a true example of how the intelligent use of solar energy can transform climate challenges into opportunities for sustainable growth.
Source: IN Focus
