The energy transition in Brazil

Brazil’s energy mix contains a significant proportion of renewables, with renewable power providing 89% of total electricity generation. Brazil has successfully integrated renewable energy into its national grid, with positive impacts on the local economy, including supporting domestic supply chains and job creation. This experience in advancing renewable power offers valuable lessons and opportunities for countries aiming to accelerate their own transition to renewable energy.

This report examines the key aspects of the energy transition in Brazil in the power sector, including competitive renewable energy supply, strategic minerals availability, developed human capital in key institutions, institutional governance, integrated energy planning, access to low-cost capital through national development finance institutions, and the importance of a robust physical infrastructure supported by domestic supply chains.