The State of Bahia Leads in Distributed Generation of Solar and Wind Energy in Brazil

Solar And Wind Energy In Bahia Brings More Security In Distributed Generation, To The Environment And Reduces Costs For The Consumer

Bahia has shown great commitment to adopting solar and wind energy as the main source of energy distribution in the state. Maintaining leadership for the second consecutive year, Bahia is currently occupying the first place in the national ranking for renewable energy production. The Economic Development (SDE) and Infrastructure (Seinfra) Secretariats of the State Government have been working hard to ensure that even more progress occurs, allowing Bahia to remain at the top of the ranking.

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Wind Energy Is The Leader In Bahia

The wind energy source generated around 12,590.21 GWh between January and September 2020, according to the National Electric System Operator (ONS). With the activation of 17 new parks in 2020, it ensured Bahia’s continued first position in the ranking for electricity production from wind sources in Brazil.

The parks that came into operation were Caititu 2 and 3, Carcará, Casa Nova A, Corrupião 3, Serra do Fogo, Serra do Vento and Ventos de São Januário 01, 03, 04, 05, 06, 13, 14, 20, 21 and 22, which are located in Pindaí, Casa Nova, Sento Sé, and Campo Formoso. In total, there are 182 parks in commercial operation across 20 municipalities in Bahia.

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The Vice Governor And Secretary Of Economic Development João Leão Spoke About The Subject

“Bahia will receive new electric power transmission lines, one of them, from Neoenergia Group, will have a length of 1,000 km, with a maximum deadline of 60 months for completion and an expectation of generating over 4,000 direct jobs during construction. The transmission lines will pass through 27 municipalities, such as Morro do Chapéu, Poções, and Medeiros Neto. We will also have investments of R$ 13 billion in the construction of new wind parks, which are expected to generate 56,000 direct and indirect jobs. Meanwhile, new solar power plants estimate to invest over R$ 8 billion and create 27,500 direct job positions. Both by 2025.”