Energy Transition Newsletter: MME and ANP drive sector developments in May and June 2026
Editorial During May and June 2026, the renewable energy sector was characterised by initiatives aimed at developing new technologies and broadening the institutional base for the energy transition in Brazil. In this context, the Ministry of Mines and Energy (“MME”) appointed the members of the Executive Committee of the National Geothermal Energy Programme, which is […]
IBA | The energy storage market in Brazil and its value for the development of data centres
As data centers and AI rapidly expand, their intensive power consumption presents a global challenge. Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) are emerging as a crucial solution, ensuring grid stability, cost efficiency, and reliable renewable energy supply. Brazil is uniquely positioned to lead this market due to its favorable regulatory advances. In an article published by […]
Brazilian Electricity Sector Updates (June 2026): Stay up to date with our Energy Newsletter
Highlight of the month In June 2026, in the power generation sector, the Ministry of Mines and Energy (“MME”) published the guidelines for the “A-1”, “A-2” and “A-3” Existing Power Auctions, with supply due to commence in 2027, 2028 and 2029, respectively. In the electricity distribution sector, ANEEL launched Public Consultation No. 016/2026 to discuss […]
ANEEL publishes regulation on energy storage systems
On June 25, 2026, the Brazilian Electric Energy Agency (“ANEEL”) published the regulation of energy storage systems (“ESS”), consisting of Normative Resolutions (“REN”) No. 1,161/2026 and No. 1,162/2026, in addition to amendments to Modules 1, 2, 3 and 5 of the Transmission Services Rules. The measure results from the closing of Public Consultation No. 39/2023 […]
Energy in focus: May regulatory highlights in our Energy Newsletter
Main highlights of this edition: Read the full content:
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Energy storage advances on two regulatory fronts in Brazil: aneel deliberates on rules applicable to battery energy storage systems and mme publishes guidelines for the first two battery auctions
See also our previous update on the initial developments relating to energy storage and the Public Consultation conducted by the MME on the subject. MME Public Hearing No. 202/2025LRCAP 2026 – Battery Storage Systems The electricity sector recorded, in early June 2026, new developments relating to the integration of Battery Energy Storage Systems (“BESS”) in […]
Stay up to date on key energy transition developments
Key highlights of this edition: • Progress in energy planning with the PDE 2035, PNE 2055 and National Energy Transition Plan; • Regulation of offshore wind and guidelines for area allocation and permitting; • Guidelines for hydraulic storage and resumption of hydropower studies; • Creation of a working group on advanced nuclear reactors in Brazil; […]