More than R$ 526 million generated in oil in 2025 was not enough to place Espírito Santo in the lead of innovation — and the data shows exactly where the bottleneck is.

Written by Caio Aviz

Published on 16/04/2026 at 01:19

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The state is the second largest producer in the country, but faces challenges to increase investments in research, development, and innovation in the sector

A recent analysis of the oil and gas sector in Brazil shows a relevant, yet still unequal scenario in Espírito Santo.

Although the state has a strong presence in national production, investments in research and innovation still do not match this prominence.

In 2025, Espírito Santo generated R$ 526.9 million through the Research, Development, and Innovation (PD&I) Clause.

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High production does not reflect in proportional innovation

On the other hand, according to data from the National Agency of Petroleum (ANP) for 2024, the fields in Espírito Santo accounted for 5.12% of Brazilian oil and gas production.

In other words, despite its productive relevance, the state still shows a reduced participation in innovation investments.

This information is part of the Natural Gas and Oil Yearbook of Espírito Santo, which will be launched in 2025 by the Federation of Industries of Espírito Santo.

Thus, the survey highlights a scenario of financial growth, but also points out structural limitations in the sector.

***Oil platform in operation in Espírito SantoCredit: Cacá Lima***

Project focus concentrates on new materials

When analyzing the projects developed in the state, it is observed that 78.2% of the resources were allocated to the development of new materials.

Next, 14.8% of the investments were directed towards modeling and preventing environmental impacts.

Additionally, among the accredited institutions, the Federal University of Espírito Santo (Ufes) maintained a prominent position.

Consequently, the university was responsible for 8 of the 11 projects initiated in 2025.

Even more relevant, Ufes concentrated 97% of the total volume of investments applied in the State, demonstrating strong centralization.

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Laboratory concentrates the largest volume of resources

Within this context, the Laboratory of Carbonaceous and Ceramic Materials, linked to Ufes, stands out.

This laboratory received R$ 412.01 million, allocated for the development of research in the sector.

Therefore, although there is significant investment, it remains concentrated in a few research centers.

Jubarte Field maintains exclusivity in resource generation

Furthermore, in 2025, the Jubarte Field, located on the southern coast of Espírito Santo, remained the only source generating obligations linked to the PD&I clause in the State.

Since 2019, this field has fully concentrated the generation of these resources, being the most productive in the region as well.

However, although the funds originate from Espírito Santo, the resources are not necessarily applied to local projects.

This means that part of the investments may be directed to other regions of the country.

Resource distribution is still a challenge

Thus, despite the significant financial volume, the distribution of investments reveals important limitations.

Moreover, the concentration in a few projects and institutions reinforces the need for greater diversification.

Therefore, Espírito Santo remains one of the main productive hubs in Brazil, but still seeks to expand its presence in research, development, and innovation in the oil and gas sector.

In light of this scenario, a central question arises: how to align the productive potential of the State with a more balanced growth in technological innovation?

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More than R$ 526 million generated in oil in 2025 was not enough to place Espírito Santo in the lead of innovation — and the data shows exactly where the bottleneck is.

The state is the second largest producer in the country, but faces challenges to increase investments in research, development, and innovation in the sector

High production does not reflect in proportional innovation

Project focus concentrates on new materials

Laboratory concentrates the largest volume of resources

Jubarte Field maintains exclusivity in resource generation

Resource distribution is still a challenge

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Project focus concentrates on new materials

Laboratory concentrates the largest volume of resources

Jubarte Field maintains exclusivity in resource generation

Resource distribution is still a challenge

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