In a significant move towards sustainable energy, China and Brazil have signed a 30-year franchise agreement for the Brazil Northeast Ultra-High-Voltage Direct Current (UHVDC) power transmission line project. The ambitious initiative, set to be operational by 2029, was formalized in Brasilia on Wednesday.
This landmark project aims to channel clean energy sources—wind, solar, and hydropower—from Brazil's northeastern and northern regions to the country's central areas. By doing so, it seeks to accelerate Brazil’s transition to a clean and low-carbon energy landscape.
Winning the largest infrastructure power transmission auction ever held in Brazil, China's State Grid secured the contract last December, following two previous bids for the Belo Monte UHVDC transmission project. The new engineering marvel will span over 1,468 kilometers, constructing an 800kV DC transmission line capable of delivering 5 million kilowatts of clean power from northeastern wind and solar farms directly to key southeastern regions, including the metropolitan areas of Brasilia.
Upon completion, the project is expected to fulfill the electricity needs of over 12 million people and bolster Brazil's green development objectives. By guaranteeing a steady flow of renewable energy from a region experiencing a surge in wind and solar power installations, this initiative underscores a significant step towards sustainable growth and environmental stewardship in Brazil.
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China, Brazil seal deal on landmark clean energy transmission project
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