Brazil is a solar powerhouse, but why are we still wasting so much energy?
With over 70 GW installed, solar power is already the second-largest source in our energy matrix. However, the sector faces billions in losses due to “curtailment.” We spoke with Rodrigo Pedroso, Vice President of ABSOLAR, about the tax hurdles for battery storage, the lessons we must learn from China, and what is missing for Brazilian consumers to enjoy cheaper energy and true freedom of choice.
Batteries: The "missing link" that will unlock Brazil's energy leadership
Brazil is on the verge of holding its first-ever capacity reserve auction dedicated to energy storage. But why have batteries (BESS) shifted from an experimental niche to the centerpiece of our national electrical security? We spoke with Fábio Lima, Executive Director of ABSAE, about how storage will end the waste of solar and wind energy, ensure supply during peak hours, and transform the reliability of our grid.