Wind energy project in Bahia receives million-dollar investment from Sudene to boost regional development
The Northeast Development Superintendency (Sudene) approved financing of R$83,8 million for the project to implement a wind farm to generate electricity in Bahia. This investment is part of the Northeast Development Fund (FDNE) and aims to boost regional development through renewable energy.
Sudene approved financing of R$83,8 million for the company Assuruá 5 VI Energia SA, as part of the project to implement a wind farm in Bahia. The Northeast Development Fund (FDNE) will participate with a total contribution of R$122,7 million, with the total investment to make the wind farm viable is estimated at R$207,6 million.
Impact of FDNE on the development of the Bahia wind farm
Superintendent Danilo Cabral highlights the FDNE as an important instrument for the regional development of Bahia, with expected investments of R$1 billion for this year. The Fund is intended for investments in infrastructure, public services and productive enterprises with the potential to generate new businesses and productive activities.
The wind farm will have an installed capacity of 34,8 MW, with six wind turbines of 5,8 MW each. A The expectation is to generate 850 jobs, 490 direct and 360 indirect, during the park's implementation and operation phase.
Other investments and social contributions in Bahia
In addition to this wind farm project, FDNE also finances other units in the Assuruá Complex, belonging to Ômega Energia, totaling R$716 million. The company presented economic, social and environmental counterparts, including projects to benefit rural communities and ecological sewage treatment systems.
Sudene's investment in the wind farm project in Bahia represents a significant boost to the regional development and the transition to energy sources renewable. In addition to promoting the generation of clean energy, the project will also contribute to the creation of jobs and the sustainable development of local communities.
