Paraná Authorizes New Wind Complex of R$ 3.5 Billion in Palmas (PR) with 72 Turbines of 160m, 504 MW and Boost to Renewable Energy in the State

Written by Hilton Libório

Published on 08/10/2025 at 15:26

O governador Carlos Massa Ratinho Junior recebeu nesta terça-feira (7), no Palácio Iguaçu, em Curitiba, representantes da Vento Sul Energia para a entrega da Licença de Instalação (LI) do Complexo Eólico Palmas II/ Foto: Felipe Henschel/AEN

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The Palmas II Wind Complex Receives License in Palmas (PR), Marking an Investment of R$ 3.5 Billion in Renewable Energy in Paraná and Reinforcing the State’s Clean Matrix

On October 4, 2025, the Government of Paraná officially issued the Installation License (LI) for the Palmas II Wind Complex, located in the municipality of Palmas in the Southwestern region of the state. According to a report published by the state on Tuesday (7), the project, which represents one of the largest private investments in renewable energy in Brazil, will feature 72 turbines with a height of 160 meters and an installed capacity of 504 megawatts (MW). The total investment is R$ 3.5 billion, with an expected energy generation sufficient to supply around 300,000 households.

Palmas II Wind Complex: Structure and Capacity

The initiative is led by the company Vento Sul Energia and received authorization from the Institute of Water and Land (IAT), the environmental agency of the state. Construction is expected to last two years and generate up to 5,000 direct and indirect jobs, prioritizing local labor.

The Palmas II Wind Complex will consist of seven wind farms, spread over an area of approximately 145 hectares. Each turbine will have a capacity of 7 MW, totaling the expected 504 MW.

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Renewable Energy and Energy Security in Paraná

The energy matrix of Paraná has historically been based on hydroelectric generation. However, diversification with sources such as renewable energy wind is essential to ensure energy security, especially during drought periods.

According to the Energy Research Company (EPE), Brazil has over 25 GW of installed capacity in wind energy, particularly in the Northeast. With the Palmas II Wind Complex, Paraná positions itself as a new strategic hub in the sector.

Wind energy is clean, abundant, and strategic for the national energy future.

Environmental and Social Benefits of the New Wind Farm

The deployment of the new wind farm in Palmas brings positive impacts for the environment and society:

Reduction of greenhouse gas emissions: replacement of fossil sources with clean energy.
Job creation: up to 5,000 direct and indirect jobs during construction.
Regional development: increase in municipal revenue and improvement of local infrastructure.
Professional training: training of specialized labor in the field of renewable energies.

Additionally, the project adheres to strict environmental criteria, with continuous monitoring and compliance with conditions established by the IAT. The Palmas II Wind Complex is an example of how investment in renewable energy can transform communities.

Environmental Licensing of the Palmas II Wind Complex

The Installation License (LI) issued by the Institute of Water and Land (IAT) is valid until 2031 and authorizes the construction of towers, access roads, substations, and other structures of the wind farm. After the completion of the works, it will be necessary to apply for the Operation License (LO) to begin actual energy generation.

The licensing process involved environmental impact studies, public hearings, and technical reports. The issuance of the LI also facilitates the attraction of investors and financing partners, ensuring legal and environmental security for the project.

The environmental licensing is rigorous and ensures that the project respects the fauna, flora, and local communities.

Strategic Investment in Renewable Energy

The investment of R$ 3.5 billion in the Palmas II Wind Complex is one of the largest ever made in the state’s energy sector. It demonstrates the private sector’s confidence in regulatory stability and the wind potential of Southern Brazil.

Governor Carlos Massa Ratinho Junior highlighted that the project is a milestone for regional development and energy security in the state. For many years, the wind potential of Palmas remained underestimated.

Now, this resource begins to be converted into economic development and opportunities for the local population. Investing in renewable energy is investing in the future of Brazil.

Wind Potential of Paraná and Future Perspectives

Studies from the Wind Atlas of Paraná indicate that there is potential for over 5 GW of installed capacity in various regions of the state. The Southwestern region, where the municipality of Palmas is located, presents constant and favorable winds for wind generation.

With the success of the Palmas II Wind Complex, other projects may be enabled, attracting new investments and consolidating the state as a reference in energy innovation. Paraná is becoming a strategic hub for wind energy in Brazil.

Palmas II Wind Complex as a Symbol of Progress

The authorization of the Palmas II Wind Complex represents a significant advancement for Paraná and for the renewable energy sector in Brazil. With cutting-edge technology, environmental commitment, and job creation, the project reinforces the importance of energy transition towards a more sustainable model.

By prioritizing initiatives like this, the state strengthens its economy, protects the environment, and improves the quality of life for its population. The new wind farm in Palmas is more than an engineering project: it is a symbol of progress, innovation, and responsibility.

Paraná Authorizes New Wind Complex of R$ 3.5 Billion in Palmas (PR) with 72 Turbines of 160m, 504 MW and Boost to Renewable Energy in the State

The Palmas II Wind Complex Receives License in Palmas (PR), Marking an Investment of R$ 3.5 Billion in Renewable Energy in Paraná and Reinforcing the State’s Clean Matrix

Palmas II Wind Complex: Structure and Capacity

Renewable Energy and Energy Security in Paraná

Environmental and Social Benefits of the New Wind Farm

Environmental Licensing of the Palmas II Wind Complex

Strategic Investment in Renewable Energy

Wind Potential of Paraná and Future Perspectives

Palmas II Wind Complex as a Symbol of Progress

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Paraná Authorizes New Wind Complex of R$ 3.5 Billion in Palmas (PR) with 72 Turbines of 160m, 504 MW and Boost to Renewable Energy in the State

The Palmas II Wind Complex Receives License in Palmas (PR), Marking an Investment of R$ 3.5 Billion in Renewable Energy in Paraná and Reinforcing the State’s Clean Matrix

Palmas II Wind Complex: Structure and Capacity

Renewable Energy and Energy Security in Paraná

Environmental and Social Benefits of the New Wind Farm

Environmental Licensing of the Palmas II Wind Complex

Strategic Investment in Renewable Energy

Wind Potential of Paraná and Future Perspectives

Palmas II Wind Complex as a Symbol of Progress

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