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A University In Tocantins Installed Solar Power Plants With More Than 1,000 Solar Panels, Taking Advantage Of The Excellent Radiation Of The State, Which Is Considered The Best In The North Region
The Catholic University Center of Tocantins (UniCatólica) installed solar power plants on the premises of units 1 and 2 with more than 1,000 solar panels. The implementation at the university aims to generate various sustainable actions, as the institution is committed to social development.
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Furthermore, the university in Tocantins is already certified by the Brazilian Association of Higher Education Maintainers (ABMES) and has the Seal of Socially Responsible Institution 2019-2020.
The Importance Of Solar Energy Projects
According to the university’s rector, Professor Doctor Gillianno Mazzetto, the action of the plants with more than a thousand solar panels is fundamental, as well as other sustainable projects. He states that the university aims to increasingly become a global institution, so it needs to think about what humanity seeks, such as the restoration of ecosystems. Thus, the institution embraces the proposal made by the United Nations.
Tocantins Stands Out In The Solar Energy Sector
Especially during the dry season, the use of solar energy in Tocantins has seen a significant increase, totaling 30% in recent years. In addition to contributing to sustainability, the installation of solar panels in the region helps residents save on their electricity bills, further encouraging its use.
In March, the state received a new power plant after an investment of R$ 1 billion, specifically in the municipality of Colinas. The plant will have an installed capacity of 300 Megawatts.
According to the Solar Irradiance Atlas, the state has high levels of solar incidence, directly contributing to better efficiency in solar energy panels and clean, renewable, free generation. The state holds the title of the best state with solar irradiation in the northern region of Brazil, constantly developing in technologies.
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