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Is solar PV a good option for Brazil's energy mix?

Brazil’s 2050 National Energy Plan (NEP 2050) outlines the importance of solar pv for Brazil’s energy mix. Solar power has become a competitive alternative as a renewable source of energy and can help the country meet its commitments to reduce greenhouse gases, the report says.

How much solar power does Brazil have?

As of the end of March, Brazil's cumulative installed PV capacity had reached 41GW, of which 13GW were utility-scale PV projects and 28GW were distributed PV. Over the past decade, Brazil's solar power generation has shown phenomenal growth.

Is Brazil a good country for solar energy?

Brazil is blessed with solar radiation resources and has become one of the pioneers in the development of renewable energy in South America. Today, Brazil's distributed installed capacity has surpassed centralized power stations, accounting for 71% of the total installed capacity.

How many rooftop PV systems are installed in Brazil?

To date, 2.3 million rooftop PV systems have been installed in Brazil, with the potential to install more than 90 million rooftop PV systems. In 2023, Brazil added more than 10GW of PV capacity, with a cumulative installed capacity of more than 37GW, making it the fourth largest in the world, behind China, the United States and India.

How much does solar energy cost in Brazil?

The average monthly electricity bill for a house in Brazil is R$500, while the cost of installing solar energy on the roof is around R$15,000, according to the price simulation table of the concessionaire Portal Solar. Due to the significant drop in module prices, the payback period for users has been significantly shortened.

Are solar power plants a problem in north-eastern Brazil?

Many communities in north-eastern Brazil live close to solar power plants but lack connections to the grid, meaning they cannot access the electricity generated by such facilities (Image: Alan Santos, Palácio do Planalto, CC BY)