Voltalia Energy Announces Investment of R$ 1.5 Billion to Build Giant Wind Power Plant in Bahia and Generate Over 4,200 Jobs

Written by Valdemar Medeiros

Published on 09/07/2022 at 18:49

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Voltalia Energy Is Planning to Build a New Giant Wind Power Plant in Bahia. The Project Promises to Generate Hundreds of Jobs for Residents of the Municipality of São Gabriel.

Voltalia Energy of Brazil plans to invest R$ 1.5 billion in the construction of a giant wind power plant in São Gabriel, a municipality in Bahia. With this investment, the company expects to create 230 direct and indirect jobs during the operational phase and another 4,000 jobs during the construction of the wind power plant. Additionally, with the investment from Voltalia Energy, it will be possible to generate 306 Megawatts (MW) per year in the municipality.

Voltalia’s Wind Power Plant Is Part of Ten Others That Will Be Installed in Bahia

The announcement of the project in Bahia, which promises to generate thousands of jobs, was made during the signing of a letter of intent with the State on Wednesday (6), through the Secretary of Economic Development (SDE).

This is Voltalia Energy’s second investment in the state. In October 2020, the company signed its first letter of intent with the Government of Bahia for the construction of two wind power plants in Canudos, which have an installed capacity of 99 MW and are still under construction, with an estimated start of operations in January next year, according to data from the National Electric Energy Agency (Aneel).

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Bahia Is a Leader in Wind Energy Generation and Has Already Created Over 90,000 Jobs

According to the manager of the Land and Social Communication Department of Voltalia Energy, the company found in Bahia all the characteristics to invest in the generation of sustainable energy, significantly contributing to the change in the energy matrix that Brazil so urgently needs, while also contributing to job creation in the state, leaving polluting sources behind that deplete the country’s natural resources.

Voltalia Energy identified excellent opportunities in the region to contribute to the development of surrounding communities and to the conservation of biodiversity through its socio-environmental projects.

According to information from the Electric Energy Commercialization Chamber (CCEE), Bahia remains a leader in wind energy production, accounting for 33.88% of Brazil’s generation. There are 230 wind power plants operating in 22 municipalities in the state, totaling 6 Gigawatts of installed capacity. Together, private ventures have received investments of R$ 23 billion in Bahia, generating more than 90,000 jobs at all stages.

Another 173 parks are being built or set to begin construction, adding 5.8 GW to the installed capacity in the state. R$ 24 billion will be invested, generating an additional 89,000 jobs throughout the production chain.

Learn About Voltalia Energy

The company was founded in 2005 in France and operates globally, being an energy producer and service provider. Voltalia offers renewable energy solutions and actively works to help its clients be part of the energy and ecological transition around the world.

The company provides its services to create sustainable value in its projects, which involves committed teams, projects that respect the needs of their stakeholders, and advising to guide their clients toward the best choices. Voltalia values integrity, skill, teamwork, and entrepreneurship with over 1,130 employees, 1.3 GW in operation, and a global presence in 20 countries.

Voltalia Energy Announces Investment of R$ 1.5 Billion to Build Giant Wind Power Plant in Bahia and Generate Over 4,200 Jobs

Voltalia Energy Is Planning to Build a New Giant Wind Power Plant in Bahia. The Project Promises to Generate Hundreds of Jobs for Residents of the Municipality of São Gabriel.

Voltalia’s Wind Power Plant Is Part of Ten Others That Will Be Installed in Bahia

Bahia Is a Leader in Wind Energy Generation and Has Already Created Over 90,000 Jobs

Learn About Voltalia Energy

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Voltalia Energy Announces Investment of R$ 1.5 Billion to Build Giant Wind Power Plant in Bahia and Generate Over 4,200 Jobs

Voltalia Energy Is Planning to Build a New Giant Wind Power Plant in Bahia. The Project Promises to Generate Hundreds of Jobs for Residents of the Municipality of São Gabriel.

Voltalia’s Wind Power Plant Is Part of Ten Others That Will Be Installed in Bahia

Bahia Is a Leader in Wind Energy Generation and Has Already Created Over 90,000 Jobs

Learn About Voltalia Energy

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